Teaming up for the town – charities' Colour Dash event
“DO IT for worthwhile causes right on your doorstep.”
That's the message to fundraisers from a carers charity and a community trust who are hosting a joint event to raise money for both of their causes close to home.
Rotherham United Community Trust and Crossroads Care are holding the family-friendly Colour Dash at Manvers Lake in Wath on July 12 between 9am and 11am.
Liz Hopkinson, fundraising business development manager at Crossroads – based at The Point in Bradmarsh – said: “Whether you walk, jog, or run, the day is all about coming together as a community, having fun, and supporting two incredible local charities.
“While Crossroads provides care services – and has been rated Outstanding - and signposts the people we support to others, not everyone is aware we are a charity and it is so important for us to raise that profile.
“All funds raised from the event will be split between RUCT and Crossroads' Young Carers Service helping us both continue our vital work across the area.
“We enjoy working in partnership with RUCT and it is lovely to be hosting this event together.”
Jonathan Allan, director of development at Rotherham United Community Trust, based at AESSEAL New York Stadium, said: “Our mission is to improve the lives of everyone in Rotherham.
“We raise funds to unite, empower and strengthen our local communities including through our health and wellbeing sessions, inclusion, and education and employability work.
“We have officially launched 50K Power Play, our campaign aiming to raise £50,000 to secure the future of our Powerchair Football programme which already ties in with Crossroads.
“For a person coming to RUCT for a disability football session on a Saturday morning, for example, that provides welcome respite to their carer and we're really proud to be able to offer that opportunity and give back to the people that need us most.
“We understand that times are difficult for people so our message is if you want to raise money for worthwhile causes – join our event which will benefit people on your doorstep.
“Every penny you raise will go to RUCT and Crossroads right here locally in Rotherham – so do it for us and do it for the town.”
For more information visit https://crossroadsrotherham.co.uk/news-events/.