The Independent Builders Merchant Group, South East (IBMG SE) has been presented with a bespoke commemorative trowel in recognition of reaching a significant fundraising milestone for the Teenage Cancer Trust.
IBMG South East was gifted the commemorative tool, engraved with thanks, in acknowledgement of its £300,000 lifetime donation to the charity.
The partnership with Teenage Cancer Trust starting 12 years ago with Parker Building Supplies, and has since expanded to incorporate Chandlers Building Supplies and Fairalls Builders Merchants, as the Independent Builders Merchants Group grew.
The IBMG annual golf day is a flagship event of the partnership while numerous other events and initiatives that include marathons, hikes, cycle rides, dragon boating, wing walking, as well as cake sales, BBQs, branch raffles, quizzes, and football tournaments have all contributed to reach the substantial donation.
Charity champion Stuart Chappell of Parker Building Supplies, said: “The original goal, to raise £100,000 in a decade, was achieved in just eight years. Since 2019 support has really ramped up and to have now reached £300,000 is just amazing.
“This achievement is the culmination of years of fundraising work across every brand and branch of IBMG South East. We are very proud of our efforts and delighted to have helped make a big difference to a very worthwhile charity.”
Lynn Hyder of Teenage Cancer Trust, added: “Every day, seven young people aged 13-24 hear the words “you have cancer. They will each need specialised nursing care and support to get them through it. Teenage Cancer Trust is the only UK charity dedicated to meeting this vital need.
“The support of IBMG has been and continues to be vital in ensuring that we are there for young people with cancer when they need us most, and we thank the entire team across Parkers, Chandlers and Farialls wholeheartedly for continuously going above and beyond to make this possible.’
