Cancer care charity Marie Curie invites Highlanders to host fundraising tea parties
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CHARITY Marie Curie wants Highlanders to host summer gatherings with loved ones and show their support for people with terminal illness and those grieving.
The charity’s Blooming Great Summer fundraiser is all about doing what you love, whether that’s showing off your baking skills and hosting a tea party, cooking up a storm on the barbecue or dusting off some board games for a fun-filled games night.
All funds raised from a Blooming Great Summer event will go towards ensuring that Marie Curie can continue to provide vital care and support for people at the end of their lives, and their families, in the Highlands.
It has been a tough year for many people due to Covid and with key fundraising events put on hold over the past 18 months, Marie Curie has lost out on vital income.
Now that restrictions are beginning to ease, the charity is calling for people in the Highlands to come together with their nearest and dearest this summer and help those at the end of life get the care they need.
Community fundraiser Jillian Walker said: “In these unprecedented times our fundraising activity has suffered a huge blow and we need people’s support now more than ever.
“Every penny from a Blooming Great Summer event will help us be there for more people in Highland and their loved ones when they need it most.
“And when you sign up, I’ll be on hand to help make your event as fun as possible.”
Mel Giedroyc, TV presenter and Marie Curie ambassador, said: “It’s a great excuse to get together with chums and celebrate the sunshine. Plus, you’ll be helping families facing terminal illness get vital care and support.
“For my Blooming Great Summer, I’ll be having friends around for cake and a cuppa.
“Whether you are firing up the barbecue or partying in the park, join me and throw a Blooming Great Summer bash for a blooming great cause.”
The charity urges people to make sure their events take place safely and within Covid-19 restrictions.
n To register your event, discover more fundraising ideas and download resources, visit: mariecurie.org.uk/summer
