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Art Raffle Heats Up Church's Green Energy Drive
17 Jan
Summary
- A painting donated by artist Maggi Hambling raised over £13,000.
- The funds will support the installation of a new low-carbon heating pump.
- The church aims for an autumn completion of the eco-friendly system.
St Mary's Church in Woodbridge, Suffolk, has launched an innovative fundraising campaign to secure a new heating system. The church is raising funds for a £200,000 low-carbon heating pump to replace its old gas boiler. To contribute £10,000 towards this, a raffle was organized for a painting donated by the renowned Suffolk-born artist Maggi Hambling.
The raffle has exceeded expectations, bringing in over £13,000 ahead of the winner announcement on March 5th. This effort is vital as the church is currently relying on inadequate and costly temporary electric heaters. The proposed heating pump is expected to be operational by autumn, aiding in the preservation of the historic Grade I listed building and its usage.
This initiative aligns with the Church of England's net-zero target by 2030. Maggi Hambling's "Fireworks Above the Sea" artwork has garnered significant public interest, demonstrating a successful blend of art appreciation and charitable giving. The project has already secured £100,000 and raised an additional £30,000 prior to the raffle.
