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June 30, 2026

20 years of making a difference – June: Rob and Jasper’s story

As part of its 20th anniversary celebrations, Balloons is sharing the stories behind its beginnings. This month, Rob Pudner, and his 10-year-old son Jasper, tell their story of how they turned to Balloons after the loss of Jasper’s brother Tobias.

This was a poignant full-circle moment for Rob – a well-known Devon entertainer, who supported Balloons in its early days, performing at family events we held for bereaved families.

Read Rob and Jasper’s moving story by clicking the image below.