New bid to raise cash for charity Mariecurie

Supporters are kick-starting a new fundraising group in Hamilton to support the work of terminal illness charity Marie Curie.

They are holding an informal drop-in session on Tuesday, May 29, in St Mary’s Church, Auchingramont Road.

You can go along between 9.30am and 12.30pm, then from 6pm to 9pm.

A team from Marie Curie will be there. Margaret Mowat, a volunteer with the charity and a member of Hamilton Soroptimists, said: “Being a part of the new Hamilton fundraising group for Marie Curie is really exciting.

“Hamilton has so much potential to support such a wonderful charity and I’m hoping we can make a huge difference and raise lots of cash.”

Marie Curie have a number of fundraising campaigns such as the Great Daffodil Appeal, Blooming Great Tea Party and other yearly collections.

The charity help people living with a terminal illness and their families make the most of the time they have together by delivering expert hands-on care, emotional support, research and guidance.

If you would like more information about the information sessions, contact community fundraiser Georgia Ramplin on 07730 619 485.

And if you have questions about terminal illness, need support or just want to talk, call the Marie Curie Support Line on 0800 090 2309. It’s for anyone affected by terminal illness, including family and friends.