Meet the team

Our Fundraising team is made up of skilled, committed and creative individuals, responsible for generating 80% of the annual income to provide compassionate care to local people.

Richard Nixon

Richard Nixon brings extensive experience as a development and real estate solicitor, with a strong focus on the charity and education sectors. Since moving to Cumbria from Northumberland in 2021, Richard has been eager to contribute his legal expertise to support local causes.

Val Armstrong

Ambassador

Val, a popular presenter with CRFM and formerly of BBC Radio Cumbria, is a longstanding supporter of the hospice and will play a key role in raising awareness of our work across the region. Speaking about her appointment as an ambassador, Val said: “Like everyone, I knew of the great work that goes on at Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbr…

Paul Agnew

Chair of Marketing and Income Generation

Paul is a 30-year food industry veteran who has run businesses in the USA, Poland and the UK, is currently managing director of the UK division of a European multinational food business. He is married with three children and six grandchildren.