Fundraisers in Hamilton have won recognition for raising £13,000 for sight loss charity Guide Dogs.
Their hard work will help towards the cost of looking after a guide dog like Ferdy, pictured, during his working partnership.
This is the fifth time the Hamilton Fundraising Group have reached this impressive milestone, helping to support life-changing guide dog partnerships that enable people with sight loss to live the life they choose.
Guide Dogs covers the ongoing costs of guide dogs throughout their working partnership, and the £13,000 figure raised will help pay for a guide dog like Ferdy’s food, vet bills and training.
The Hamilton Fundraising Group, made up entirely of volunteers, raised the sum through local activities and events such as summer and winter fetes, collections, and through talks and demonstrations.
Sandi Johnson, Community Fundraising Relationship Manager for Guide Dogs, said: “This amazing group of volunteers have done incredibly well to raise this sum, which will make a real difference to the people we support.
“Volunteers kindly offer their time, support and energy to our charity. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to continue our work.
“For people with sight loss, the support of a guide dog can be life-changing – giving them confidence, independence and companionship.
“We are so proud of our volunteers and would like to thank them for everything they do. We also wish to recognise the fantastic support that the group receives from individuals and businesses within the local community.”
The charity is looking for more volunteers to help out in a number of roles, from fundraising to helping raise puppies.
To find out about volunteering for Guide Dogs, visit www.guidedogs.org.uk/volunteer or call 0800 781 1444.
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