FOCUS Fundraising

Sweet sale success

Clare Ledger put on a beautiful display for her coffee and cake morning, making the most of the items provided in our free fundraising pack. Brilliantly named ‘tiPHin time’, the bake sale raised £575, and its success has inspired Clare to do it all over again. She said: “I was blown away by the amount raised and how much awareness was spread. It got people talking and asking questions about PH and I’m already planning to do another one, going even bigger and better”.

GREAT EFFORT!

Pulling the punches for PH

Kerrie Nutter raised almost £1,000 when she took part in a ‘white collar’ boxing match in support of her husband David. She went through a rigorous training programme for the event, and shared her motivations on her fundraising page, saying: “Thankfully my husband has proven himself as a PHighter and he's now able to manage his symptoms, but others haven't been so lucky, and there is still much to be done. So, it's time for me to wear the gloves and become a PHighter too.”

SPECIAL SHOUT-OUTS

• Thank you to West Leeds Eagles Rugby League Club, who held a collection for us at their presentation evening. PHA UK member Ray Maule volunteers as a photographer at the club, and they have kindly supported us for several years.

• Husband-and-wife duo Suzanne and Tony Darbyshire are planning a fundraising luncheon this spring, where they will raise awareness of PH alongside funds.

• An open studio event by artist Lea Acres raised £130 for us at the end of last year. Lea, who makes beautiful handmade porcelains, soaps and candles, donated proceeds to our charity in memory of her son Will.

• Busy making skydiving plans, Kenna Stewart will take the leap this year in honour of her mother. We’ll bring you more on this next issue!

Figures for funds

Talented Nicki Ross has been making and selling beautiful knitted figures for the last few months, with all proceeds kindly being donated to our charity.

Nicki was diagnosed with PH last year, and her crafty creations have included Christmas characters, scarecrows, teddies, and some very cute creatures too.

Nicki has social media accounts dedicated to her fundraising, where you can view and order her handiwork. Follow her on Instagram @nicki_pha_fundraising and on Facebook @Nicki Pha Ross