Harry’s Rainbow, The Henry Allen Trust, and The Hollie Foundation attended the event at Atesh Bar and Grill last weekend, and what a wonderful evening it was.
Despite a number of challenges faced, the event was a great success. It was very lively and merry with music performances from Jodie Erica and a professional belly dancer throughout the evening. Everyone looked fabulous in their gowns, sparkles, glitz and glam, suits and ties, and festive themed outfits.
It was the perfect way to celebrate after such a difficult few years and most importantly we were able to support three amazing local childrens charities that go above and beyond and are truly inspirational. Throughout the night raffle tickets were sold that ensured all three charities received several hundred pounds each at the end of the evening, it was great to see everyone coming together participating and donating.
Darren Dorrington, MKFM CEO said “We are pleased we were able to raise a few thousand pounds through the event for three very hard-working and wonderful charities. It looked like we would have to cancel the event at one point due to a number of COVID-related challenges but despite everything, everyone had a great evening and it was fantastic that we could help and support in topping up the funding for the charities.”
MKFM would like to thank the following businesses for their support on the night:
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Abellas Treats MK
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Cheeky Cheesecakes
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Cotels Serviced Apartments
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Deroka restaurant
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Fat Twins
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Fierce Gym
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Infusion Wellbeing
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Little Darlings Waxmelts
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Milton Keynes Theatre
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Namji Xscape
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Oleevo Pizza
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Olive Tree Restaurant & Bar
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Poppy's Luxuries
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Revolution De Cuba
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Shenley Leisure Centre
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The Melting Shack
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Townhouse
A big thank you to all of the local businesses who kindly donated and to all that joined us at the MKFM Charity Dinner and Dance.
The charities supported on the night were:
The Henry Allen Trust
When your family is facing childhood cancer, you don’t have to do it alone. The Henry Allen Trust understand that life can become all about appointments and medical necessities but the local charity strive to make sure you and your family doesn’t miss out on the fun you need.
"We can’t promise to take all your worries away, but we can promise to share them – and to help you create moments of happiness together."
Harry's Rainbow
Harry's Rainbow support children and young people in Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas, who have been bereaved of a parent or sibling. As well as providing information and guidance on their website and social networking sites, the local charity provide various bereavement support services. These include regular support groups, activities and trips, and individual tailored support, as appropriate.
The Hollie Foundation
The Hollie Foundation is a grant funding charity that supports families affected by Niemann--Pick Type C (NP-C). Their mission is to make the lives of those affected by NP-C today a little easier, whilst working collaboratively towards finding a viable long term treatment or cure, bringing hope for the future.
The local charity support families and other organisations working in the NP-C field through their grant giving programme; providing funding for research, specialist equipment, the enhancement of vital support services, and other social and medical needs. They also work to increase knowledge, education and awareness of all aspects of NP-C.
