Charitable News Monthly BLOGSPOT By Miriam Stoddard @charitablenewsmonthly 26/07/2022
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A Cumbrian band called the Thieving Magpies is truly making a difference as they celebrate helping to raise over £50,000 for charity since their formation in 2016. Alan Whitmore from the band writes “We thought it would be great to give back to our local communities here in Cumbria by playing at a few events and fundraisers but we never anticipated such a fantastic response and so much money being raised! It’s brilliant to combine playing music we love and entertaining people but also raising vital funds for individuals and families who desperately need help! We are so glad as a band that we have been able to help in this way!” Scroll down to read more about Thieving Magpies Charity Fundraising>>>
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By Miriam Stoddard @charitablenewsmonthly
By Rachel Garnett Miriam.Stoddard@charitablenewsmonthly.co.uk
NWS 26/07/2022
Tim Farron MP joins teen Joshua Hunter at his wheelchair fundraiser KIND-hearted guests raised more than £11,000 to help equip a teenage Kendal boy with a new carbon-fibre wheelchair. Guests at the black-tie charity auction night for 16-year-old Joshua Hunter, who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and curvature of the spine, included MP Tim Farron. The Kendal College student, who loves football and politics, is completely reliant on his wheelchair as he cannot use his arms or legs. However, the NHS metal-framed chair is heavy, cumbersome and virtually impossible for mum Sarah to push on her own. Well-wishers were hoping to raise £10,000, but the event at the Burnside Hotel, Bowness, exceeded that by reaching a total of £11,120. "The event was great fun and for a fantastic cause," said Westmorland and Lonsdale MP Mr Farron. "Joshua is an incredibly bright young man, who is also lovely company. It’s really important we help him achieve the best by getting him the right equipment to meet his potential." Entertainent was provided by top local band the Thieving Magpies filling the dance floor with hits from 60’s and 70’s. Family friend Simon Folks said if £12,000 could be raised the new motorised wheelchair could be fully kitted out and a service plan set up for maintenance. Liverpool FC fan Joshua faces surgery this year at Liverpool's Alder Hey Hospital to insert rods into his back to help his posture. Mr Folks said the new chair would assist this greatly, giving the teen greater comfort and independence. He thanked everyone involved in the fundraiser, including guests, local band 93 comments ^ Thieving Magpies and businesses who gave auction prizes. Article taken from https://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk
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NEWS 26/07/2022 17th August 2019
Summer Night of Music raises £20,000 for 2 good causes!
THE hills were alive with the sound of music from five different decades, in an event which raised more than £20,000 for two good causes. Brothfest, a charity night at Skitby Farm near Smithfield, featured music from The Thieving Magpies, who specialise in rock and blues from the 1960s and ‘70s, and 3 River City, whose music ranged from the 1980s onwards. Organiser Stephen Little explained that all ages and musical tastes were catered for - and more than 350 people came along. The event also included an auction of items donated by local businesses. A total of £20,385 was raised and shared evenly between Eden Valley Hospice and Macmillan Cancer Support. “We’ve hosted many events over the years but this was the first charity music night,” Stephen said. “We like to support the hospice as it’s a local charity.” And Alan Whitmore, keyboardist with The Thieving Magpies, commented: “What was noticeably impressive was that it was really well organised, and raised a heck of a lot of money. It was a real honour for The Thieving Magpies to take part in such an amazing event.” Sam Johnston, community and events.fundraising manager at Eden Valley Hospice, said: “We would like to say a huge thank you to the organisers. We are hugely grateful they have chosen to support Eden Valley Hospice.” Sue McDonald, Macmillan fundraising manager in Cumbria, added: “Macmillan is thrilled to receive this wonderful donation from Stephen, his family and friends. There are times when thank you doesn’t seem enough - this is one of those times.” Article taken from https://cumbriacrack.com
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By Miriam Stoddard @charitablenewsmonthly
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26/07/2022 NEWS
18th March 2022
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A spokesperson from New Barns Caravan Park writes: “A great big THANK YOU to everyone that attended Party in the Park 2022! At New Barns Caravan Park in Arnside, Cumbria.!! We raised an absolutely whopping £8654.85 for the Royal National Lifeboat AssociationI!! We’re so thankful for everyone that attended, volunteered and donated on the day. Alan Whitmore from the Thieving Magpies write “Obviously the main reason you form a band is to entertain people and to create a happy atmosphere etc.etc.etc. but we Thieving Magpies also feel so proud to have been able to play at events that have raised lots of vital donations for some incredible charities! Recently we played as apart of Party in the Park at Newbarns Caravan Park and it is fantastic that they raised nearly £9000 for charity! Since forming we have now been involved in events that raised a total exceeding £50000 for charity! How Amazing!!!! Making a difference and changing lives!. Article taken from local social media. www.facebook.com .
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Charitable News Monthly By Stephen Blease BLOGSPOT
By Miriam Stoddard @charitablenewsmonthly
FeaturesMiriam.Stoddard@charitablenewsmonthly.co.uk Editor
26/07/2022 NEWS
18th March 2022
Band helps local pub raise £4000.72 for charity!! Local popular Cumbrian band the Thieving Magpies joined locals to put on a concert to help the charity that saved his wife when she collapsed while teaching at school. Lynsey Whitmore suffered a brain aneurysm as she taught at Sandgate School in Kendal and colleagues fought to keep her alive as the North West Air Ambulance Service raced to the scene. As she continues her recovery, her husband Alan, of the band the Thieving Magpies, performed as part of an event at The New Crown in Cleator Moor. The event raised £4000.72! Alan said: "The event was organised by a lady called Steph Jenkinson, from Cleator Moor, and she wanted to provide entertainment at the pub. A local entertainer called Ged Hagan came forward and asked if my band could get involved. We are only just a small part of a whole host of other fundraising activity. We wanted to get involved because my wife, Lynsey, who was a perfectly healthy classroom teacher, collapsed in April last year at work and had a very severe brain aneurysm. "The headteacher and the nurse at the school performed CPR and saved her life and as soon as the paramedics arrived they asked for an air ambulance. ". The North West Air Ambulance then arrived and rushed her to Preston Royal Hospital. "They treated her with such care and was given life-saving surgery at the hospital. She was slowly rehabilitated and learned to breathe again and walk again "By the end of August, she was able to come home and is making slow and steady progress. "I've got my wife back now.“ Alan wanted to give his thanks to the North West Air Ambulance by. raising money through this concert. The event which took place on Saturday, March 12, To find out more information about the event, and how to add to this total call Steph Jenkinson on 07759215826. . 4 comments ^ Article taken from https://www.whitehavennews.co.uk
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By Miriam Stoddard @charitablenewsmonthly
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26/07/2022 NEWS
9th June 2022
Locals raise over £1000 for charity by putting on event! Finch’s Family Fun Day in memory of Darryl McClements
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A family Fun Day was organised last Saturday in memory of Darryl McClements. DARRYL (FINCH) McCLEMENT'S MEMORIAL In aid of Great North Air Ambulance- Activities included 5 Aside Fancy Dress Football Sports Day Events: Beanbag Race & Egg+Spoon Race, Bouncy Castle, Tug of War and Food & Raffles Entertainment was provided by popular Cumbrian Band the Thieving Magpies and also local group MT Arms. Samantha Stewart writes: “The Great North Air Ambulance Service (GNAAS) rescues hundreds of severely injured or ill patients every year throughout the North East, North Yorkshire and Cumbria. Their doctor-led critical care teams deliver life-saving treatments at the scene of the incident whether that is on a fell top, a roadside or in a city centre. The charity responded to 1,640 call outs last year* alone, via their helicopter and emergency response vehicles, where they performed treatments and procedures which can mean the difference between life or death. Although Darryl could not be saved, hundreds of others have been and will continue to do so with this amazing charity. Please donate, you never know when you may need them. 💙 . Article taken from local social media. www.facebook.com 17 comments ^
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