In a remarkable show of community spirit, Thorpe Bay Lawn Tennis Club has raised a stunning £6,250 to support the RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch. The donation, which will directly benefit local animals in need, is a testament to the generosity and dedication of the club’s members and supporters.
The fundraising campaign, which included a series of events and activities throughout the year. Members and volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure the success of the initiative, with activities ranging from tennis tournaments and raffles to donation drives. The community’s enthusiasm and commitment were evident in the overwhelming turnout, with both tennis enthusiasts and animal lovers coming together for a common cause.
RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch, which provides vital services to animals in need, will use the funds to help with the care and rehabilitation of rescued animals. The money will go towards supporting veterinary care, food, shelter, and ongoing animal welfare initiatives in the local area. The branch is run by a dedicated committee of locally elected volunteers. The branch is committed to improving the lives of local animals.
“Each year the Captains have the privilege of choosing a charity for the year. We chose the RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District, as we and our members love animals and we wanted to show our support by being able to contribute towards helping animals in the local area. We are incredibly proud of our members for their overwhelming support. Raising £6,250 is an amazing achievement, and we’re delighted that we can make such a significant contribution to the work of the local RSPCA. The dedication to helping animals in need is something that resonates deeply with all of us at Thorpe Bay Tennis Club.”
— Ladies Captain Jennifer Ripton
“On behalf of everyone at the RSPCA, we want to say a huge thank you to Thorpe Bay Lawn Tennis Club and all of its members for this incredible donation. This money will go directly towards helping animals in need across our branch area, and it will make a real difference in the lives of many animals. We are so grateful for their support.”
— Rik Moran, Trustee, RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch
The donation marks yet another example of the power of local communities coming together for a shared cause. With the efforts of Thorpe Bay Lawn Tennis Club and the RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch, many more animals will receive the care they need to find loving homes.
“Due to being an independent Branch of the RSPCA we are completely self-funded so any support helps massively in supporting the animals in our care. Our life-saving work continues, thanks to generous donations from our incredible community.”
— Rik Moran
For those who want to continue supporting the cause, donations can still be made directly to the RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch through their website, JustGiving and local events.