plained - Max receives the British Empire Medal

Max, who has been awarded the British Empire Medal, has raised over £638,000 for the North Devon Hospice, raising the money by sleeping in a tent gifted to him by his elderly neighbour, Rick Abbott, who died of cancer in 2020.

Speaking at the award ceremony, Max said:

“It feels absolutely incredible to be awarded this. I never thought it (sleeping in his tent) would last this long. It’s been an incredible experience though, and I’ve not regretted any of it. I’m so grateful to everyone who has donated.” Max’s fundraising efforts have so far raised enough money to fund 16 community nurses for North Devon Hospice. Asked what’s kept him going while sleeping in his tent, Max said: “Knowing that the money was going to such a good cause.” Please mention EX33 when responding to adverts