The Maria Falco Memorial Trust

Beat it!

We would like to congratulate Janine Mudd for finishing a half marathon in support of The Maria Falco Trust, on 26th September.

Run to the Beat – an exciting new event which combines music and running – started at the O2. Janine then battled the heat to clock up 13 miles around Greenwich, finishing back at the O2. Over £1,200 was donated to our charity as a result. Nice work Janine, you rock!

The Memorial Ball 2009

The ball was great success – we raised approximately £75,000.  

The fantastic Bradley Walsh was our compare – he entertained us all evening.

 

During dinner, The Young Championship dancers from the Wright Rhythm Dance school gave fantastic performances...

 

...followed by spectacular display by BBC's Strictly come dancing stars Matthew and Nicole Cutler. 

 

 

Click here for more photos.

Thanks to all those who donated the amazing auction prizes, which included:
• a weekend on a Sunseeker boat in Majorca,
• celebrity chef Giancarlo Caldesi cooking for you at home,
• tickets to the Dubai World Cup including 5 star accomodation,
• VIP day at Jimmy Choo (celebrity shoe designer),
• a case of fine wines and many more. 

There was dancing until 2am to the fabulous Todd Miller Band.

Thank you

Many thanks to our sponsors, most of whom wish to remain anonymous, to everyone who so kindly donated auction and raffle prizes and to all our advertisers who helped to put our brochure together. 

A big thanks to all our volunteers on the night who worked really hard to make the event run smoothly, and to Vicki Hatton-Vincent who made the room look so beautiful on the evening with her stunning table arrangements.

And finally, we would like to thank everyone who attended the ball for all your support –  we hope you enjoyed your evening. We would love to hear your comments, please leave them below.

Tea party

A big thank you to all who attended our afternoon tea at Netherfield house. It was great to see you all.

Our generous hosts, Reg and Emma Geggus, let us take over their beautiful private home for the event.

Guests all received champagne on arrival, and enjoyed a sumptuous afternoon tea consisting of dainty sandwiches, home made cakes and scones with clotted cream and jam – oh, and a good old natter.

Better than PG Tips and a hob nob while watching Countdown – and we've raised more funds for our cause.

Check out some photos here.

Thanks, Helena x