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Rotary Clubs Wear Spots and Raise Lots
Rotarians in Britain and Ireland Help
Raise Funds for BBC’s Children in Need Program
The official partnership between Rotary International in Great
Britain & Ireland (RIBI) and BBC Children in Need has resulted in a
staggering amount raised for the charity that helps disadvantaged
children across the country. Rotary clubs have often supported BBC
Children in Need over the years but this latest combined effort has
resulted in even more funds being raised for the good cause.
Rotary in Britain and Ireland President Ray Burman stated, “This is
a wonderful partnership between Rotary and BBC Children in Need.
Every day, everywhere Rotary clubs are working hard to improve the
lives of others and it is so fitting that we are linking with BBC
Children in Need.”
Early reports suggested that clubs raised nearly £100,000 through a
range of incredible activities. From barn dances, quiz nights,
casino nights and dog walks, to children's fun days, mascot mayhem,
collections at Terminal 5 Heathrow Airport, and musical
performances, Rotary clubs pulled out the stops to involve everyone
with helping the charity.
Rotary was featured on the national BBC broadcast as one of the
official partners along with ticker tape mentions of club
achievements.
Amanda Watkin, RIBI BBC Children in Need Coordinator says clubs have
really pulled out the stops: “Give a Rotary club a challenge and
they will rise to it. Quite often people think that Rotary is about
shaking cans but the number and range of activities really shows
that we are far more active. Rotary works with communities and
everyone has a tremendous time in the process.” |
