Over the years I have found that Charity Car Washes are a great way to bring people together to raise money for good causes.I recently organised a car wash with Chris Goninan at Penzance Fire Station to raise much needed funds for the Penwith Older People's Forum, which aims to be the voice for all older people living within Penwith District and improve their quality of life. Now boasting more than 500 members, the forum addresses issues affecting elders such as financial matters, loneliness and isolation, improving support services for carers, grants, and advocacy advice.
It was a genuinely community event with various youth groups taking part, including members of the Police Cadets, Army Cadets, the Scouts and members of the Youth Action Team and St Just Cricket Club as well as members of the Forum. Nearly 50 cars were washed, raising in excess of £270 for the Older People's Forum.
After the event Chris Goninan said ”This money will be used to help with the administrative costs of the Forum and to ensure we are represented at the meetings where important decisions are taken about our communities. It was a really enjoyable day with young and old working in partnership. My thanks to all concerned and this is the way to develop and enhance our communities." Without the hard work of the young people we would have raised considerably less for the Older People's Forum. Our thanks go to everyone who helped and to the crew at Penzance Fire Station for being such excellent hosts."
Photo of Jack Yeates and myself
