A FASHION retailer has raised £1,000 for a local cancer charity in honour of her late husband.
Irenè Whittle held two Fashion & Fizz shows at her namesake boutique in Station Approach, Broadstone with all proceeds going to the Dorset Cancer Care Foundation (DCCF), which helps families experiencing financial pressure due to cancer.
DCCF has launched a High Five Appeal and is asking people to donate £5 or more to help it realise a target of £25,000 in 12 months.
Irenè, who lost her husband Bill to cancer in February 2018, said: “Bill received extraordinary care during his final months and I know he would have been very pleased to know that the money we raised in his honour will be going to help other Dorset families who are affected by cancer.”
To support Dorset Cancer Care Foundation with a donation, by holding your own High Five fundraising event, or if you know someone who may need the help of the charity, visit: dccf.co.uk or call 07593 890879.
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