UK Top 50 law firm Birketts has raised more than £20,200 for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) at its annual golf day.
A total of 26 teams took part in this year’s event, held at Felixstowe Ferry Golf Club on 25 April, with many generous donations being made to the charity to support children and young people with life-threatening conditions across East Anglia.
Throughout the day, participants displayed healthy competition on the course, with some choosing to once again sign up to ‘Beat the Pro’, challenging Ryder Cup player and former European Tour No 1 Ronan Rafferty in a one-on-one competition.
A charity auction and raffle were among the various fundraising activities which took place, together raising more than £6,700.
Chris Schwer, Senior Partner at Birketts and Trustee of EACH, said: “It was a pleasure to once again host our annual golf day to raise funds for EACH and help the charity continue its incredible work. The event is one which we very much look forward to and I would like to thank everyone who ensured this year’s was another resounding success.”
Anna Bruce, EACH’s Senior Corporate Fundraiser for Suffolk, said: “We’re so grateful for the incredibly generous, continued support we receive from Birketts. It makes a tremendous difference and helps us continue our vital work, providing care and support for children and families across the region.
“Only 15% of our funding comes from statutory sources, so we rely heavily on donations and money raised from events such as this fantastic golf day. Our sincere thanks go to everyone who organised and participated in the event, and I’m so pleased it was such a success.”
Birketts would like to thank the following local businesses and individuals for their generous donations: Aldeburgh Golf Club, Anglia Kart Racing, Chris Schwer, Coes, Compass Wines, Elite Universal, Felixstowe Golf Club, Flint Vineyard, Jarrolds, Jimmys Farm, Jimmy Nicholls, Norfolk Homes, Office IS, Royal West Norfolk Golf Club, Saffron Grange Vineyard, Shotley Vineyard, Suffolk Foodhall, Upper Grove Farm.
Thanks also to Ben Tawell and Donna from Felixstowe Golf Club, Anna Bruce and Erin Henry from EACH, Birketts’ Senior Partner Chris Schwer and the Birketts’ Events Team for their help in making the day such a success.
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