£13,000 well grafted for The Christie
Press Release Posted 09 February 2010
The Christie
Grafters fundraising group with Christie charity community
fundraising officer Jacky Plant (front row, second from
right)The Christie Grafters Fundraising group based in Rishton,
Blackburn have raised a further £13,000 for the specialist cancer
centre The Christie in Manchester.
The Grafters have been raising money for The Christie for many
years and over the past 12 months have organised a whole host of
activities, from bucket collections to bag packs at supermarkets,
to raise even more funds.
Members of the group recently handed over a cheque to community
fundraising officer at the Christie charity Jacky Plant who said;
"Despite the recession and everyone having to tighten their belts,
this fundraising group really continue to go from strength to
strength.
"I'm extremely proud of all their hard work. Their dedication is
outstanding and makes such a huge difference."
Group chair, Lorraine Wallace, said; "The generosity of local
people has been great. If anyone would like to offer support,
fundraising ideas or donations please contact me on 01254 887 566
or Irene Coy on 01254 887 555."
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