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Allan Grey president of The Rutland Lions and
Martin Brookes Oakham Mayor
The spirit of community was on full display in Oakham yesterday as the town’s Mayor, Cllr Martin Brookes, spent time at the local Tesco store to raise vital funds for his nominated charity, The Lions Club of Rutland. Throughout the day, shoppers were greeted by the Mayor, who took the time to speak with residents about the organisation’s ongoing efforts to support those in need across the town and county.
The fundraiser proved to be a resounding success, culminating in a total of £276.03 collected for the cause. This achievement was made possible by the generosity of local shoppers, whose contributions will go directly toward the Lions Club's various community initiatives.
Reflecting on the day’s success, Cllr Martin Brookes expressed his heartfelt thanks to everyone who stopped to contribute. He noted that the kindness shown by the public serves as a testament to the strength of Oakham’s community spirit. According to the Mayor, every donation plays a significant role in ensuring the Lions Club can continue to provide essential support to local residents.
In addition to thanking the donors, Cllr Brookes extended his appreciation to the management and staff at the Oakham Tesco. He highlighted the importance of their collaboration, noting that the store’s willingness to permit the collection provided an ideal venue for the fundraiser and allowed for greater engagement with the public. The Mayor concluded by emphasising that such partnerships between local businesses and civic initiatives are essential for fostering a thriving and supportive community.
The spirit of community was on full display in Oakham yesterday as the town’s Mayor, Cllr Martin Brookes, spent time at the local Tesco store to raise vital funds for his nominated charity, The Lions Club of Rutland. Throughout the day, shoppers were greeted by the Mayor, who took the time to speak with residents about the organisation’s ongoing efforts to support those in need across the town and county.
The fundraiser proved to be a resounding success, culminating in a total of £276.03 collected for the cause. This achievement was made possible by the generosity of local shoppers, whose contributions will go directly toward the Lions Club's various community initiatives.
Reflecting on the day’s success, Cllr Martin Brookes expressed his heartfelt thanks to everyone who stopped to contribute. He noted that the kindness shown by the public serves as a testament to the strength of Oakham’s community spirit. According to the Mayor, every donation plays a significant role in ensuring the Lions Club can continue to provide essential support to local residents.
In addition to thanking the donors, Cllr Brookes extended his appreciation to the management and staff at the Oakham Tesco. He highlighted the importance of their collaboration, noting that the store’s willingness to permit the collection provided an ideal venue for the fundraiser and allowed for greater engagement with the public. The Mayor concluded by emphasising that such partnerships between local businesses and civic initiatives are essential for fostering a thriving and supportive community.
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