On the 31st of August 2024, Askham Village Community hosted a lively prize bingo night at the Manea British Legion, raising more than £1,200 in support of local causes. The event saw an enthusiastic turnout from the local community, reflecting the collective spirit that defines our mission. From the total raised, £250 was proudly donated to the Doddington Christmas Lights Committee to assist in their preparations for the upcoming festive season.

 

Building community connections

At Askham Village Community, fostering connections with the wider community is at the core of our values. Our aim in organising the bingo night wasn’t only to raise funds but also to bring people together and enhance the sense of community in the region. With generous support from local businesses and sponsors, including Creed, Able, Tess’s Hair Design, March Quality Meats, Doddington’s Farm Shop, and Tesco, the evening was both enjoyable and successful. Their contributions—ranging from prizes to services—helped create a memorable night for all who attended.

The Manea British Legion provided a warm and welcoming atmosphere, serving a variety of refreshments throughout the night. Adding to the fun, their on-site burger van treated guests to a delicious feast, making the event as much a social gathering as a fundraiser.

 

A word from our Associate Director

Reflecting on the evening, our Associate Director, Mavrick Leveille shared:

It’s incredible to see so many people from the local community coming together to support both Askham Village Community and Askham Rehab. The collaboration between our team members, local businesses, and event participants truly reflects the power of community spirit. We’re especially thrilled to be supporting initiatives like the Doddington Christmas Lights Committee and we look forward to welcoming even more of the local community to our café in Doddington and to future events.

 

Looking ahead: Join us for the Christmas Fayre

The success of the bingo night has set the stage for future fundraising events, with the next big date being our Christmas Fayre on the 23rd of November 2024. We promise a day full of festive fun, with some exciting surprises in store! Be sure to mark your calendars and keep an eye on this link for more details as we get closer to the event.

 

Strengthening our bonds with the community

At Askham Village Community, we are dedicated to strengthening the bonds between our residents and the wider community. Events like the prize bingo night demonstrate our ongoing commitment to giving back, fostering connection, and creating opportunities for everyone to come together. Whether through fundraising initiatives or our café, which is open seven days a week, we are continuously finding ways to make meaningful contributions to the communities we serve.

For more information on our upcoming events, please visit our Upcoming Events page.