The Children's Trust hosts House of Commons Fundraiser

Society was delighted to be in attendance on Friday night for a fundraising event on behalf of the Children's Trust. The evening reception, private tour, dinner and auction were held at at the House of Commons and hosted by Sir Paul Beresford, MP for Mole Valley.

Special guests included two of the Trust's Vice-Presidents: Jacqueline Gold, Chief Executive of Ann Summers and Knickerbox, and Ali Lalani, 2007 World Cup Boccia Champion.

Over 100 guests enjoyed the tour, followed by a three-course dinner in the Members' Dining Room, with an auction conducted by Piers Boothman.

Ruth Hazlehurst, Special Events Co-ordinator at the Trust commented:

"It was a wonderful evening and I would like to thank everyone involved in helping to make it such a success and a firm favourite in the Trust's special events calendar. Early indications suggest that the event has generated over £10,000 for the Trust. We are very grateful to the companies who donated auction prizes. We would also like to say a very special thank you to Sir Paul Beresford for his continued support in hosting this event, and to all our special guests."

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