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Devon & Cornwall: Fundraisers Shine in Make a Difference Awards
24 Mar
Summary
- Nominations are open for the Make a Difference Fundraiser Award.
- Jade Allen raised £63,000 for her sister's brain tumour treatment.
- Craig Pollard and Sarah Doolin raised over £96,000 in memory of their son.
Across Devon and Cornwall, individuals and groups are demonstrating remarkable dedication to fundraising for various causes. Nominations have opened for the fifth annual Make a Difference Fundraiser Award, an initiative that recognizes those who go above and beyond for charities, community projects, and local clubs.
In Devon, past recipients include young people who have successfully rallied support for medical centers, veterans, and family members requiring specialist treatment. Notably, Plymouth fundraiser Jade Allen secured £63,000 for her sister's brain tumor treatment within a year, driven by personal commitment. In Cornwall, honorees have included individuals undertaking challenging events for mental health services and children fundraising for sibling support charities.
Craig Pollard and Sarah Doolin were among those celebrated for their campaign honoring their son, Ezrah, who passed away from a Group B Strep infection. They have since raised over £96,000, emphasizing that their efforts aim to keep Ezrah's memory alive and raise crucial awareness about Group B Strep infection. Nominations for this year's award close on March 31st at 5:00 PM BST.
