Give it to Gary – that is the motto of promotional merchandising suppliers Bown Enterprises with its charitable support.
The company has played a major role helping Gary Henshaw raise almost £20,000 for East Cheshire Hospice in the last two and a half years.
Pens, pencils, notebooks have been among stock donated to Gary who in turn raises money from these goods at his tombola stall at Macclesfield market.
Bown Enterprises Accounts Manager Julie Rutter (left) and Head of Sales Fiona Pearson with promotional merchandise.
Thousands of pens have just been handed over, enabling Gary’s fundraising initiative to flourish.
The suppliers were founded by Ken Bown, now in his Nineties, more than 35 years ago.
Son Duncan and wife Alison own the Adlington-based business with merchandise stored at a warehouse located elsewhere.
MD Duncan said: “It’s important we do something for charity and we know the funds raised by Gary helps patients and families at the most precious time in their lives.
“Any end of line stock, or goods we can’t use for various reasons, we give to Gary.
“We buy vast stock, such as bags, notebooks and pens, from overseas. Merchandise can be from high end to giveaways.”
Gary charges £1 for his draw, with a prize won on every spin of his tombola drum.
Gary said: “I love doing it and every penny taken goes to the Hospice. I couldn’t do it without the support of Bown Enterprises, other businesses and the public who also make donations.”
* To donate contact Gary on 07776 181028 or gazhenshaw@hotmail.com