Thanks to the generosity of local people the Rotary Santa Sleigh had a very successful 2021, with over £17,000 collected. Many thanks are due to the 25 collecting teams, the organisers, sponsors, the local media, volunteer drivers, who all make a tremendous contribution to this community project.
Over the next couple of weeks, donations will be made to the Collecting teams who delivered leaflets along the routes, and accompanied the Santa Sleigh in all weathers along the streets to accept the donations. Later, about 20 smaller amounts to local charities will be made.
The remainder of the Rotary share of the Sleigh collections will be used to fund many local youth projects including the Technology Tournament, Young Chef, Youth Speaks, and Young Artist, and also the Friendship Café and Phoenix Club for the elderly.
Rotary Hemel President, Martin Horsted, says, “We are very proud of the contribution made to the local community through the Santa Sleigh which has once again brought so much joy to young children during these continuingly difficult times. Thank you to everyone who has helped us.”
Rotary Hemel needs some more members now to ensure that it can continue to provide the Santa Sleigh and its many other community projects every year.
If you want more details, please get in touch:
email: hemelrotaryclub@gmail.com,
phone: Tony Amies on 01442 254479
or visit: www.hemelhempsteadrotary.co.uk
