Local Charity volunteers congratulated in Parliament by Macmillan HQ for their fantastic fundraising
Fiona Bruce MP invited Carol and Ken Gledhill of Congleton Macmillan Cancer Support Group to Parliament recently so that they could hear of the work done with funds they raise and discuss the priorities of Macmillan with those from the Macmillan Cancer Support Headquarters.
Fiona Bruce MP said “It’s really good to get these two groups of people together. After the immense time, energy and dedication that Carol and Ken Gledhill put into fundraising it is important for fundraisers like them to know firsthand how money is spent and to be able to contribute towards discussing the correct priorities for the charity, spending donated and collected funds. So I was very pleased to arrange this meeting. One of the key priorities they decided upon was how to ensure that people at the end of life have a ‘good death’,- meaning the right care, of the manner they choose, and that their families are fully supported at that most difficult of times.”
Jeremy Adams-Strump of Macmillan Cancer Support said “I’d like to thank Fiona for inviting Ken and Carol down to Westminster so we could hear about the incredible work they do in Congleton to raise money for Macmillan. Their support helps us to reach and improve the lives of people affected by cancer both locally and nationally. Macmillan helps people in many ways, from specialist nurses and doctors, to help and advice for people who have financial worries. None of this would be possible without the incredible efforts of fundraisers such as the Congleton Macmillan Cancer Support Group.”
An event in support of Congleton Macmillan Cancer Group is being held at FX Leisure, Barn Road Congleton on Sunday 29th April from 7.30pm.
Entry is free and there will be champagne and strawberries on arrival, taster cocktails, a buffet, stalls from a number of companies, taster classes in legs, bums and tums, zumba and more. All money made at the event will go to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Carol Gledhill of Congleton Macmillan Cancer Support Group said “I want to thank FX for hosting this event and all their support and hope that many people attend. Our visit to Parliament was a day I will never forget.”
