Since launching in 1982, the fund which is believed to be the longest running newspaper charity campaign in the UK, received donations for a vital cause which remains close to people’s hearts. Many thousands of people across the city have made the contributions which help to keep the city’s two main hospices running. All cash is split equally between St Gemma’s and Sue Ryder Wheatfields. These photos plucked from the YEP archive showcase the efforts of those who help make a difference over the years. READ MORE: YEP appeal smashes £3million mark

25. April 2006
Nick Momtaheni of Cool X Air Conditioning on Burley Road donated five per cent of all labour costs to the Half and Half Appeal. | jpimedia Photo: Mel Hulme

26. May 2018
Bankside Primary School held a pyjama themed non-uniform day to raise money for Half and Half. | jpimedia Photo: James Hardisty

27. Enjoyed this gallery?
Have you helped raise money for the Half and Half Appeal over the years? Thanks you for all your efforts. Share your memories with Andrew Hutchinson via email at: [email protected] | jpimedia Photo: Simon Hulme

