Margaret’s £10,000 gift to Macmillan Cancer
Margaret McCaughan has shown unwavering support for the charity down the years and her latest effort has been the best to date – so far.
St. Olcan’s Parish Church hall was the venue for the coffee morning and, as usual, the community rallied to support the event.
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Hide AdThis year, young people figured prominently in those filing through the doors for tasty food and a hot cup of tea or coffee.
Margaret told the Times: “I was delighted to see so many of our supporters return, but particularly the many young people. It was very encouraging.”
Several days after the event, Margaret had raised £850 which exceeded previous amounts at that stage. The figure will be swelled by further contributions.
The Post Office has a facility for donations which will greatly assist in the work of the Macmillan Cancer Relief team.
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Hide AdMargaret would like to say a warm thanks to all who supported her.
“I do a lot of the baking, but I couldn’t manage it myself. All those who come to help are invaluable and I really appreciate their help,” she said.
Home produce was also on sale and items were snapped up quickly.