Gwyneth says being a fundraising committee member is a ‘joyful and positive’ experience

A “joyful and positive” experience is how Gwyneth Roper has described her time as part of the Altrincham Volunteer Fundraising Committee. 

Gwyneth says it was almost accidental how she got involved with the committee. 

“I was asked to go to a fundraising meeting,” Gwyneth said. “I thought it was just going to be about passing around ideas.  

“When I got there, they were talking about setting up a fundraising committee for the hospice. I thought that it was a bit much to help set up a committee, but when I met the other people and how lovely they all were, I couldn’t help but join,” she said. 

Gwyneth has been a member of the Altrincham committee since its inception approximately 18 months ago. 

According to Gwyneth, she has learned so much from being a part of the Altrincham committee. 

“Every day is a school day. I’ve learnt social networking skills, developed computer skills, learned how to set up a Vinted account, and so much more. I’m always learning with the committee.” 

The group’s aim is to do one big event each year and two smaller events.  

One of Gwyneth’s favourite and proudest moments being a part of the fundraising committee was when they held a Frocks and Fizz evening last year and raised over £7,000.  

“It was such a joy. The main thing for me as I said was meeting the other people through the committee and being able to share that with them,” she said. 

“It is a commitment but it’s a well worth commitment.” 

The Fundraising Team at Moya Cole Hospice are looking to recruit members for three new volunteer fundraising committees. These committees will be based in Didsbury and Chorlton, the Heatons and Reddish, and Marple and Romiley.   

An information evening for the Heatons and Reddish will be taking place on Monday, March 16th. See end of story for details