Today, an email was received from the Rotary Club following our annual collection in November and December.
"On behalf of the Rotary Club of Ballymena, I would like to extend our sincere thanks for your continued support of the Christmas Hamper scheme.
We are especially grateful for your support this year, given the current economic climate. The volume of donations received was overwhelming and enabled us to provide hampers for 389 elderly and less fortunate in the Ballymena area, an increase of 45 from last Christmas. These were distributed via 19 local charities.
I was in the hall when Rotarian Denver Thompson delivered the collection from Braidside Integrated Primary & Nursery School and was amazed by the volume of donations. Your contribution, together with that of your staff, pupils and parents, will make a real difference to the lives of many people in Ballymena this Christmas.
On behalf of the Rotary Club of Ballymena, and those who receive the parcels, please accept our best wishes for Christmas and the New Year."
Massive thank you to all parents, carers and families who made donations. Your generosity and support is incredible.
