A South Cumbrian hospice has received a £3,500 boost.
St Mary’s Hospice, in Ulverston, was raised by Home & Finance’s charity golf day last year.
The estate agency, which has branches in Ulverston, Millom and Barrow, has supported St Mary’s for over 30 years.
Plans are already in place for its 30th golf day this year, on July 2 at Ulverston Golf Club.
The event will be in memory of Home & Finance’s Kathryn Singleton, who died earlier this year.
Kathryn, a key part of the Home & Finance family for 36 years, was instrumental in organising their golf days — dedicating her time and energy to making each event a success.
She was cared for by St Mary’s hospice at home services.
The Home & Finance team said they were determined to make this year’s event a fitting tribute to Kathryn.
Home & Finance will also host a second fundraising day on Friday September 26, open to golfers and non-golfers alike, with all proceeds once again supporting the work of St Mary’s Hospice.
Annabelle Holloway, corporate partnership manager at St Mary’s Hospice, said: “We are incredibly grateful to Home & Finance, not only for their ongoing generosity but for the heartfelt way they are choosing to honour Kathryn’s memory.
“Their support is helping to make a real difference to the lives of families across our community.”
Kevin Walsh, of Home & Finance, said: “We’ve been raising funds for St Mary’s Hospice for over 30 years because it’s a cause that’s incredibly close to our hearts.
“St Mary’s has cared for many of our customers over the years, and we know just how special and compassionate the staff are — we even know some of them personally.
“But this year, it became even more personal. St Mary’s looked after one of our own, Kathryn. She was an extraordinary and loving person, and the care she received through the Hospice at Home service was nothing short of amazing. The nurses and staff are a true credit to the organisation.
“Kathryn was always at the heart of our fundraising efforts — always with a smile — and this year we’re committed to reaching a fundraising goal in her memory. Our business is about people, and St Mary’s is a place that truly cares for people.”
