Chairman tees off with quiz fundraiser

Bromsgrove District Council’s chairman teed off with his first fundraiser of the municipal year by boosting the coffers of a Bromsgrove charity by hundreds of pounds.

The chosen charity of this year’s chairman, Cllr Sam Evans, is The Basement Project, and a quiz night, buffet dinner, and raffle proved to be just the ticket for a fundraiser.

Hosted by Cllr Evans, the event saw twelve groups take part, with teams from local businesses, two teams from The Basement Project, and a Court Leet team.

Guests also included local councillors, Cllrs Rob Hunter, Josh Robinson, Sam Ammar, and James Clarke, the Mayor of Redditch and consort, as well as the CEO of The Basement Project.

Chairman of Bromsgrove District Council, Cllr Sam Evans, said: “I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who took part in, and contributed to, the evening. The Basement Project provides vital care and support across Bromsgrove, and I am very proud that they are my chosen charity for my term as Chairman.”

“The total of £569 raised will help towards the continued support of young people experiencing issues or problems in and around our district.”

The event was held on Friday 19^th September at Bromsgrove Golf Centre with the majority of the raffle prizes being donated by local businesses.

CEO of The Basement Project, Caleb Mallard, said: “We are so grateful to be chosen as the Chairman’s charity this year. It is especially meaningful to be recognised as a local charity working in the community.

“The evening was great fun with some challenging quiz rounds, confirming that our team won’t be applying for mastermind anytime soon! Thanks to all who came and to Cllr Evans for organising.”

A team from Ormerod Rutter came out on top, winning chocolates and some House of Commons alcohol kindly donated by Bradley Thomas MP for Bromsgrove.