NWCRF NOMINATED CHARITY OF THE YEAR
11 October 2009
Armstrongs Solicitors has chosen the North West Cancer Research Fund (NWCRF) as its charity of the year.
The leading Liverpool law firm nominated NWCRF because of their vital work in the pursuit of finding the causes of cancer and how it spreads, and pledged to raise £10,000 over the next twelve months.
Armstrongs said they plan to reach their target figure with the help of a number of corporate fundraising events, including an auction night and a fun run.
Ian Carruthers, a Director at Armstrongs, said: “This is the first time we, as a company, have nominated a chosen charity and we couldn’t think of a better and more worthwhile recipient than NWCRF.
“It is local and provides a vitally important service. Almost everybody will have been affected by cancer in some way and the ongoing work conducted by NWCRF is vital in trying to find a cure.
“We are delighted to be able to help in any small way.
“We will hold a number of charity auction nights and some colleagues have already committed themselves to taking part in local running events to help us reach our target.”
NWCRF has raised over £28million over the last 60 years and currently has funding in three research centres at the University of Liverpool, Lancaster and Bangor.
Anne Jackson, Chief Executive, NWCRF said: “We are delighted to welcome Armstrongs support. We really value the support that local businesses can offer and in turn, employees feel empowered to make a difference."