Spenborough Flower Fund Homes ... Celebrating 40+ Years |
Councillor Andrew Palfreeman led the ceremony at the new development in Town Street, Birkenshaw on 10th September 2010. |
Miss Chanter started up the project to provide rented accommodation so that the over 60s could retain or regain their independence. The charity appeal initially raised more than £10,000 and more money was raised from further donations in lieu of flowers at funerals. At Miss Chanter's funeral in 2003, friends and relatives were also asked to make a donation as an alternative to sending flowers. |
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To mark its 25th Anniversary in 1994, the Flower Fund began the search for more land to build on and, in 2007, the land at Town Street was secured.
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Regrettably, the latest land was only found after Miss Chanter’s death but she was actively engaged in running the charity as Chairman from foundation until a few months before she died. Current Chairman, Mr Peter Benson, was instrumental in bringing the latest project at Town Street to fruition and he manages the charity along with eight other hard working volunteer board members. |
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Spenborough Flower Fund is now looking for land for the next project but needs donations to help. |