Moonpig supports Flying Christine
3 June 2025
Ambulance and Rescue would like to thank locally-based internet greetings card and gift company Moonpig for their continued support for the Flying Christine III.
Moonpig has been supporting the Flying Christine III since 2020, making a significant contribution to the operational costs of the service. The company has now decided to extend its sponsorship arrangements into 2025.
The Flying Christine III is a charitable asset, operated by Ambulance and Rescue and crewed by skilled volunteers and professional ambulance clinicians. It is funded through a combination of charitable donations, sponsorship, subscriptions and charges.
Ambulance and Rescue Chief Executive Officer Mark Mapp said: “The Flying Christine relies on sponsorship and donations from businesses and individuals to cover many of the costs. Moonpig has become one of our most significant supporters over recent years and we are extremely grateful to Moonpig for their valued and ongoing commitment to keeping this lifeline service operational for the people of the Bailiwick of Guernsey. Given the additional costs associated with the current refurbishment work, it makes a big difference knowing that the fuel costs for 2025 will be covered.”
“The Moonpig sponsorship, together with other recent donations, enable us to maintain this essential service and keep the Flying Christine III reliable and in peak condition. Without these efforts, our ability to reach the other islands quickly and safely and undertake emergency medical transfers to acute hospital care could be delayed—potentially jeopardising the lives of those who live, work, or travel in and around the Bailiwick.”
Andy Patch, Site Lead at Moonpig added: “At Moonpig, we’re proud to continue our support for the Flying Christine III — a vital lifeline for the Bailiwick of Guernsey. We recognise that the future of this service depends on charitable donations and sponsorships to stay operational – which is why we’re committed to playing our part in helping to facilitate this critical emergency service across the Islands.”
