Manx Steam and Model Engineering Club raised money for Junior Achievement by inviting customers of the model railway at Curraghs Wildlife Park to make a donation instead of purchasing a ticket. The collaboration between the two charities raised ?174 which will be used to recruit and train volunteers to work in schools.
Junior Achievement chief executive Sue Cook said: ‘We had a really enjoyable day at the Wildlife Park. It is amazing to see the hard work and dedication of the volunteers at Manx Steam and Model Engineering Club and I am delighted that they helped our charity to raise much needed funds.’
Manx Steam and Model Engineering Club chairman Eddy Ryan, who is also a Junior Achievement volunteer, said: ‘It was a pleasure for the club to raise money on behalf of Junior Achievement as we fully support the work they undertake to inspire and motivate the young people of the Island. It is hoped that in the near future the club can work in association with Junior Achievement to assist students in learning new skills and help them prepare for the world of work.’
Photo - Manx Steam and Model Engineering Club chairman Eddy Ryan with Junior Achievement’s Sue Cook and Sally Drinkwater.
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