Moonlight Ball in Inverness raises £104k for children’s charity, the Archie Foundation
Supporters of a children’s charity delivering vital support and services to babies, children, and families across the Highlands danced the night away to raise £104,000.
The 2024 Moonlight Ball at the Drumossie Hotel in Inverness raised funds for the Archie Foundation whose work includes supporting children in hospital and their families.
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The annual event is organised by Mary Nimmo and Jacqueline Brown of Munro & Noble Solicitors and Estate Agents.
Sponsored by GEG Capital and Barclay & Daughters, the ball, now in its sixth year, has raised more than £250,000 for the foundation.
More than 180 attendees graced the dance floor, enjoying live music from Ness Factor 2023 winner Joanne Ross, Wee James and Willie Campbell and the Tumbling Souls, with Archie patron Kenny Smith hosting the evening.
Funds were raised through ticket sales, a heads and tails game plus a live and silent auction.
Zoe Grant, the foundation’s fundraising officer in the Highlands, said the funds raised would make a great difference to the charity.
“We’re incredibly thankful to Mary, Jacqueline, and everyone who attended the 2024 Moonlight Ball” she said.
“All proceeds from the event will go directly towards supporting the Highland Children’s Unit at Raigmore Hospital and other areas across the Highlands and Islands.
“This funding enables us to provide essential emotional and financial support to babies, children, and their families during their most challenging times.”
Mary Nimmo thanked those who had supported the event especially the main sponsors, GEG Capital and Barclay & Daughters.
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us and contributed in various ways,” she said.
“It was a wonderful evening, and we are truly overwhelmed by the unbelievable generosity of those who attended.
The Archie Foundation has helped children and families across the north of Scotland for 24 years, funding specialist roles and projects at Royal Aberdeen Children’s Hospital and, more recently, at Highland Children’s Unit, Tayside Children’s Hospital and Dr Gray’s Hospital, Elgin.
