Sight loss charity the Beacon Centre for the Blind has revealed that its annual Santa Run has reached a record-breaking fundraising total despite having to be held in January.
The event, which was originally due to take place in early December before it was postponed due to Storm Darragh, went ahead on January 26th and the charity has now revealed it raised almost £7,000, the highest total in it’s nine-year-history.
Almost 200 Santas turned out in West Park, Wolverhampton, to spread some festive cheer well into the new year.
Sarah Dovey, Fundraising Manager at the Beacon Centre for the Blind, said: “We are absolutely delighted that our Santa Run has raised so much money to help people live well with sight loss, particularly in our 150th year.
“It is incredibly heartening to see our community come together, undeterred by the challenges posed by Storm Darragh. The fact that we raised nearly £7,000 – including £170 from on-the-day sales – is a true demonstration of the resilience and generosity of our supporters.
“Thank you to everyone who took part – families, children, adults, and even our four-legged friends – your support enables us to continue making a difference for people with sight loss.”
To mark Beacon’s 150th anniversary, the charity has a number of fundraising opportunities taking place throughout the year, including a loose change box campaign in February. Members of the public can collect a free loose change box from any of the charity’s shops or at its centre in Sedgley and save their small change to help make a big difference.
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