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Fundraiser raises nearly £9,000 to Haematology and Oncology Day Unit at Airedale Hospital

Friday, 4 October 2024 11:22

Nicola giving the cheque to Haematology and Oncology Day Unit

Nicola Wheeler from Silsden is no stranger to fundraising to the hospital as she has hosted many fundraising events over the last couple of years.

Nicola has hosted BBQs, themed evenings and braved the shave in a bid to raise funds.

Her efforts were recognised when she won ‘Fundraiser of the Year’ in the Telegraph & Argus 2023 Community Stars Awards.

In her most recent annual fundraising BBQ event, her family and friends came together to help the cause.

Together they raised £3179.10 bringing Nicola’s fundraising total overall to £8835.49.

Nicola works at M&S in Ilkley and has held many fund raising events in the store.

Laura Hepworth, Community Fundraiser said:

“We’re so grateful to Nicola.

She has shown a huge commitment to fundraising for HODU. Her determination and excitement to take on new challenges is truly inspiring.

She added,

“It’s because of people like Nicola that we’re able to make a difference to our patients, visitors and colleagues.

We can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!”

If you would like to take on a challenge for HODU or support Airedale Hospital & Community Charity visit their website here, contact the charity by emailing anhsft.charity@nhs.net or call 01535 294870.

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