Classic and Supercar Show donates £42,850 from 2018 event
By Lancaster Insurance Services |
14th January, 2019
Awards of £42,850 were made to 19 local charities* at an event hosted by show presidents, Edward and Maria Wingfield Digby at Sherborne Castle on 26th November
Stuart Annett- Show Secretary says –
‘We are delighted that the 2018 Classic and Supercar Show was again able to benefit local Charities. The funds have been donated thanks to the voluntary work of the members of the Rotary Clubs of Yeo Vale, Sherborne Castles and Brue Valley. The recipients provide help for young people and the needy, contribute to vital medical research and services, help local organisations that care for the sick and those that work with young people. This has only been possible thanks to the tremendous support received from the motoring community, our sponsors, car clubs, private car exhibitors, traders, suppliers, the national and local media. We are delighted to announce that over the past five years the show has raised a total of £171,000 for important and good causes in Dorset and Somerset’
* See following list of benefitting charities
Charities supported with £42,850 from the 2018 event by the combined efforts of the Rotary clubs Brue Valley, Sherborne Castles and Yeo Vale
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance (headline charity)
Needs to raise £2.5m annually - When the hospital has to come to the patient -Critical Care Team available 19 hours per day 365 days a year
Dorset County Hospital Cancer Ward
Improved cancer facilities for patients in North, South and West Dorset.
From the three Rotary Clubs with matching grant from Rotary District
Amateur Players of Sherborne
Founded in 1934. Produces two shows per year in Sherborne Studio Theatre
Blackmore Vale Riding for the Disabled
Offers riding on real ponies and two mechanical horses to disabled riders in N Dorset and South Somerset. Our riders range in age from 5-74 and have a range of disabilities
Diverse Abilities
Dorset's disability charity supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the county since 1955.
Dorchester, Sherborne and District CAB
An independent service providing free, confidential and impartial advice to everybody
Dorchester Disabled Club
Providing recreational and leisure facilities for disabled people in Dorchester and surrounding area to improve their quality of life.
Home Start North Dorset
Supports struggling families living in the North Dorset District Council area and where there is at least one child under five
Macmillan Cancer Support
From the moment you’re diagnosed, through your treatment and beyond, we’re a source of support, giving you the energy and inspiration to help you feel more like yourself.
Parkinson’s Wincanton Branch
Offering information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers.
St Margarets Hospice
Providing high quality and responsive palliative care to patients and their families facing a life limiting illness across Somerset
Sherborne Area Youth & Community Centre
Provides sport and recreational facilities for young people in Sherborne and district.
Mosaic Family Support
Offers a pathway of support and guidance for bereaved children, young people and their families
Somerset and Wessex Eating Disorders Association
Supports everyone affected by eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia nervosa across Somerset & Wessex.
Future Roots
Re-engaging young people, by using farming and the countryside to provide effective solutions to health and social problems.
Yeovil Freewheelers
Provides a unique out-of-hours, completely free to the NHS, courier service between different hospitals and patients in their own homes.
Also raised at this event
Yeovil Inner Wheel Club for: Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY)
The Battens Charitable Trust for: The Rendezvous
Sherborne Art and Education Complex
TOTAL DISTRIBUTED FROM THIS 2018 EVENT -
Direct proceeds from the show £41,000
Yeovil Inner Wheel Club £850
Battens Charitable Trust £1,000
TOTAL DONATED £42,850
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