Charity Work
A Christmas Charity Fundraising Drive Raises £350 for the Cardiff Foodbank. Cardiff: 19/12/2024
This year, Rawlins White Memorial LOL 803 has proudly supported the Cardiff Foodbank (Trussell Trust) with a generous donation of 165.2 kg of food and essentials, valued at £350. On Thursday, 19th December 2024, the items were delivered to the depot, thanks to the contributions of LOL 803 members and their families. This marks the second donation of the year, following a contribution at Easter. The gesture is especially meaningful during the Christmas season, a time when many people face hardship. A sincere thank you to everyone at LOL 803 for their continued support in making a difference to those in need.
Background: Cardiff Foodbank, operated by the Trussell Trust, offers emergency food and support to those facing financial difficulties in Cardiff. As part of a national network, it aims to ensure no one goes hungry. The foodbank focuses on both immediate relief and addressing the underlying causes of poverty and hunger.
A Peaky Blinders Themed Event Raises £500 for the Mary Stevens Hospice. Stourbridge: 10/11/2024
Matt Nellins of Loyal Victory LOL 31 in Stourbridge recently presented a cheque for £500, raised at their Peaky Blinders-themed fundraising event. Following the presentation, Matt said: “It was a pleasure to meet Alison, the head of the fundraising department at Mary Stevens Hospice. On behalf of LOL 31, we are proud to donate the £500 we raised during our Peaky Blinders night. It was a fantastic evening, and we’re thrilled to contribute to such a worthy cause.”
The event was a resounding success, supporting the vital work of the Mary Stevens Hospice in Stourbridge.
Background: The Mary Stevens Hospice offers specialist care for individuals with incurable illnesses and their families, ensuring every moment matters. With a focus on holistic, compassionate support, the hospice helps relieve symptoms, improve quality of life, and maintain dignity.
Located in Oldswinford, it provides care through its In-Patient and Day Services Units. Funded mainly by community donations, the hospice offers free, essential care to those in Dudley Borough and surrounding areas.
One Million Steps Raises almost £3,200 for the Forget Me Not (Dementia) Fund. Corby: 31/10/2024
William Ramsay set out to walk 1 million steps between 21st April and 12th July 2024 in support of the Forget Me Not (Dementia) Fund, which enhances facilities and the experience of patients with dementia at University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire. His journey took him through cities and towns across the United Kingdom, including Liverpool, Scarborough, Southampton, Corby, Malton, Linwood, Gourock, Enniskillen, Rossnowlagh and back to Southport and Liverpool.
William said, “I am proud to have exceeded my goal, finishing with 1,195,340 steps. Thanks to the incredible support from lodges, family, friends, and colleagues, I raised nearly £3,200, with Gift Aid yet to be added. I am deeply humbled by your generosity towards this worthwhile cause.”
You can continue to support the Forget Me Not (Dementia) Fund through William’s Just Giving page at www.justgiving.com/page/billy-ramsay-1mil-steps