Allied London Hopes to Spin
Charity Cash
ALL across Manchester, people are going balloon barmy
in the latest bid to raise funds for Children’s Hospitals.
The first-ever ’Big Balloon Race’ on Thursday
May 26 will see 3,000 helium-filled balloons launched from
Allied London’s Spinningfields development, which
is close to the site of the first ever children’s
hospital in Manchester.
It costs just £1 to enter a balloon in the race and
the proud owner of the furthest travelling balloon will
win £100 in cash, while the finder receives £20.
Balloons are available from various locations including
the charity shops at both Booth Hall and Pendlebury Children’s
Hospitals, or by calling the Appeals and Communications
team on 0161 276 4522.
“We are delighted to be able to help with this innovative
event by providing Spinningfields as the launch site,”
says Michael Ingall, Chief Executive of Allied London.
“We wish the hospitals and participants every success
with this first race and hope as many people as possible
will buy a balloon and join in.”
ends
4 May 2005
For further information please contact:
Claire Ambrose Allied London 020 7291 7991
Anna de la Perrelle PAPR LTD. 0161 209 3443
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