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NEWS
Fundraising
2011
Fundraising Day in Inverness
On
Saturday 13th August we were blessed with a dry day, if
somewhat windy, as we set up our tables and displays in the Eastgate
Centre, Falcon Square and the High Street. Twenty members took turns
to man the three stations on a rota basis, with some going ‘walk
about’ in the High Street with collecting tubs. We attracted a
reasonable amount of interest from passers-by and welcomed all
donations to our funds. The Eastgate Centre attracted fewest people.
By
the end of the day we had raised £235, after expenses for photo
displays were deducted. We had hoped for more, but so many other
groups and individuals were in the High Street trying to extract
money from the public for one reason or another, so we had to share
their generosity.
On a
positive note, we have gained three possible new drivers as well as
raising the profile of HDR in the Inverness area.
Many thanks go to Martin for organising the event, procuring
permissions to collect and encouraging HDR folk to take part. Thanks
also to Hawco for the use of a van to transport the scooters, Martin
again for driving the van back and forth to collect scooters, and
the Eastgate Centre and Highland Council staff for their
co-operation. Finally thanks to all members and friends who helped
beforehand and on the day, and to those who subsequently gave
generous donations to our funds.
Fundraising -
“Castles Quiz”
A great big thank you to everyone who did their bit and sold
copies of the “Castles” Quiz. So far we have received £139 and there
are more donations to come in. Thanks to all who completed the quiz
and congratulations to the winners from Conon Bridge.
Thanks especially to Peggie for organising the quiz.
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