SMP Partners has presented a cheque for ?1,056 to Manx Cancer Help, bringing the total donated during its time as the company’s Charity of the Year to more than ?14,000.
 
Throughout 2014, leading corporate services provider SMP Partners raised funds for Manx Cancer Help through special events and staff-led initiatives. The presentation of the final donation from the fundraising year was made at a special Manx Cancer Help event attended by Patrons James Toseland and Katie Melua.
 
SMP Partners Managing Director Mark Denton said: ‘SMP Partners has been an active supporter of Manx Cancer Help for some time, and during 2014 we focused on raising vital funds for the charity, as well as spreading the message about the invaluable services it provides to the Isle of Man.
 
‘I’m delighted we have been able to raise such a substantial amount and hope it will make a significant contribution to Manx Cancer Help’s work.’
 
Established in 1983, Manx Cancer Help provides specialist psychological and emotional support to anyone whose life has been affected by a cancer diagnosis.  Based at the Lisa Lowe Centre, Manx Cancer Help is completely self-funded, achieved through events, donations and collaborations with local businesses and individuals.
 
Charity Chief Executive Andrea Chambers added: ‘We rely entirely on donations and support from the Island community, and the incredible amount raised by SMP Partners will make a huge difference to our charity and the people who use our services.
 
‘In addition to the tremendous fundraising, being selected as SMP Partners’ Charity of the Year has helped us build even greater awareness of what we do, which will bring real long-term benefits to Manx Cancer Help.’
 
Photo - (from left) SMP Partners Managing Director Mark Denton, Manx Cancer Help Patron Katie Melua, Manx Cancer Help Chief Executive Andrea Chambers, Manx Cancer Help Patron James Toseland and Ally Martin, Manx Cancer Help Fundraising Events and Volunteer Co-ordinator.