A group of over 30 Richmond Sixth Form College students took part in a ‘Walk to Support’ event on Monday, 22nd April to raise money for local charity and shelter Family Help Darlington, an charity which supports people who have been affected by domestic abuse. The event was organised by our Sharing our Skills students, Philippa Kind and Hannah Slater.
Students were encouraged to look fabulous by dressing up with pink accessories in order to draw attention to themselves on the walk and hopefully raise more money. Some students were wearing QR codes that could be scanned by members of the public who wished to donate – an excellent idea. The weather on the day of the walk was typical for spring 2024 so far – cold and wet, but spirits weren’t dampened. After a group photo, the students set off toward Richmond town centre with the aim of raising as much money as they could and also getting back for their lessons. Phillipa said “The number of students who turned up for this cause was amazing! The pink outfits that everyone wore so enthusiastically really drew attention to us on the streets so that we had members of the public clapping and taking photos of us, as well as asking to donate. The event has so far raised £379 for Family Help Darlington, which I think really emphasises how great a cause this is”. Soroptimist International Richmond and Dales are very pleased and impressed with the work Philippa and Hannah put into this event.
If you want to donate, go to https://tinyurl.com/WalkToSupport
For more information about Family Help Darlington, go to this link https://www.familyhelp.org.uk/
