Charitable Fundraising at Wrag Barn in 2024

Every year, the Captains of the Seniors, Mens and Ladies sections choose a charity to support, and the response from the members is always incredible. It’s not just about the money raised but the willingness of so many to contribute their time and effort towards fundraising.

On Friday 14th March a number of representatives from the Seniors section assembled in the Spike Bar to support last year’s Seniors Captain David Brownsell as he handed over a cheque for £8,220 to Marie Curie. Peter, a representative of the charity, explained how the money would help provide end-of-life care for anyone with a terminal illness. He made an important point: while many people plan for birth, very few plan for the end of their lives. Talking to loved ones about final wishes is something many put off, but it makes a huge difference to the family providing or arranging care.

The seniors’ section has now raised £25,022.19 since 2021. This ongoing effort shows how much the Wrag Barn community is willing to give.

The men’s section under the captaincy of Shaun Judd raised £3,443 for CALM (Cancer and Leukaemia Movement). This is a local charity which works within the Swindon and Marlborough NHS Trust area to improve the quality of life for the children in treatment and to give support to the families.  Thanks to Zurich’s match funding, arranged by Curtis – a member of Shaun’s family – the total doubled to £6,886. This will go directly to the support network which CALM provides as the charity endeavours to keep costs to a minimum and there are no paid employees.

The ladies’ section, though smaller in number, raised £3,594 over two years for Kidney Research UK. Former ladies Captain Suzanne Hunt said “we mustn’t forget the men who often came up to me and put a tenner in my hand for my charity. Very lovely random acts of generosity.’

A huge thank you to everyone who donated, organised, or helped in any way. Your support makes a real difference.

Verity 

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