A bumper year of fundraising by East Cheshire Chamber of Commerce will benefit patients with life-limiting illnesses.
Members raised £9,148 for East Cheshire Hospice, its chosen charity, from various events.
Activities included a golf day, cake and coffee afternoon, clay shoot, Christmas lunch and the Annual Business Awards at De Vere Cranage Estate where a raffle and auction were held.
From left, Luke Oldham and Laura Tomlinson from East Cheshire Hospice with Jackie Randles, Liz Longmore and Tim McCloud from East Cheshire Chamber of Commerce.
Jackie Randles, the Chamber’s Chief Executive, said: “It’s been a delight working alongside the Hospice over the last 12 months and we are extremely proud to have raised this money for such a deserving cause.”
Luke Oldham, Corporate Fundraiser at the Hospice, explained what difference the funds will make to patient care.
He said: “This generous donation will help fund care for almost an entire day. That includes inpatient care, our Sunflower Living Well Centre and Hospice @Home.
“That’s a lot of care – and people – within a 24-hour period. Local businesses play a vital role in sustaining the care we provide.
“We’re incredibly proud to have the backing of such a committed and caring local business community.
“I’d like to say a heartfelt thank you for the incredible support given by East Cheshire Chamber of Commerce.
“Their fundraising is a remarkable achievement and we’re so grateful for the effort, generosity and community spirit that made it possible.”
It was the first time the Hospice was chosen as East Cheshire Chamber’s chosen charity.
The Chamber will support North West Air Ambulance over the next 12 months.