A charity initiative has brought together several businesses and community groups to raise money for three charities.
#LinkingLeyland is a summer0long community fundraiser, organised by Leyland Trucks’ Helping Hand committee.
Stuart Derbyshire, Leyland Trucks prototype manager and #LinkingLeyland event lead, said: “We’ve made #LinkingLeyland happen through a real determination to give back to those local causes on our doorstep, and I’ve been overwhelmed by the support from all those who have united to do good things. #LinkingLeyland encapsulates everything Helping Hand does best – connecting people, businesses and communities to benefit those in need.
“It’s a phenomenal campaign and I want to say a special heartfelt thank you to Leyland Rotary and all our superb sponsors, whose donations will make a real difference to those locally.”Alison Evans, head coach for Revolution Running, said: “Helping Hand is an amazing local charity and this year’s 10k fun run and walk provides a great way for all the family to get together before enjoying the day’s celebrations.
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