Sunderland Echo

Slimmers shed the pounds to donate clothes to charity

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Super slimmers in Sunderland are continuing to support Cancer Research UK by donating the clothes they slimmed out of to the charity’s shops.

As part of The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw, Slimming World members have been donating their clothes, shoes, and accessorie­s that no longer fit.

Slimming World team developer for Sunderland, Julie Mulvaney, said she’s “proud” of how members came together to support the charity as well as celebrate how far they’ve come on their weight loss journeys.

She said: “Every week I’m inspired by our members and their dedication and determinat­ion to achieve their weight loss goals.

“They’re just as enthusiast­ic when it comes to getting involved in events such as The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw too.

“I was bowled over by how many bags they filled with clothes that they’ve slimmed out of to raise money for such an important charity.

“What I really love is that they’re so confident they will never need these clothes again because they’ve made changes they can keep up for life.”

As well as raising funds for Cancer Research UK, the aim of the event is also to raise awareness of how maintainin­g a healthy weight reduces the risk of developing some types of cancer.

Last year, Slimming World members, consultant­s and head office staff raised £1.5m for Cancer Research UK through The Big Slimming World Clothes Throw.

Anyone who would like to join a Swimming World group should contact Julie on 07956 677904.

 ?? ?? Slimmers Paula Whiting (left), Alan Cooper, and Jane Hodgson donating some of the clothes they no longer need.
Slimmers Paula Whiting (left), Alan Cooper, and Jane Hodgson donating some of the clothes they no longer need.

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