Thanks to the success of our recent charity firewood day, two local organisations have each received a $10,000 boost to support their important work in our community.
With 200 tickets sold, the proceeds have been shared between Nelson Tasman Hospice – who provide specialist palliative care to patients and their whānau – and Nelson Women’s Refuge, who support women and tamariki affected by domestic and family violence.
Mayor Tim King and Chief Executive Leonie Rae presented the symbolic cheques earlier this month. In keeping with the theme, they were mounted on pieces of firewood!
A huge thank you goes to everyone who made the day possible – especially PF Olsen for their on-site support, Steve Thompson Ltd for providing two machines and operators to help load trailers, and Downer for managing traffic like pros.
It was a real team effort, and the result was a win-win for the community.
Nelson Tasman Hospice:
Nelson Women’s Refuge:
