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Feb 2021
Ripon Grammar launches furry fundraiser for Prince's Trust
A virtual pet show is enabling Ripon Grammar School students to help young people affected by the pandemic.
The imaginative idea ensures the show can go on, using Instagram as the platform to show off dogs, cats and other pets.
The school's Prince's Trust charity team is asking for photographs showcasing the best and cutest pets, for a suggested donation of £2. Cash and pet hamper prizes will be awarded in three categories for dogs, cats and other animals.
More than 50 favourite photographs have already been entered. The closing date is March 10 and winners will be announced later in the month.
All money raised will go towards the Prince’s Trust, which helps young people all over the UK. The charity helps them to build confidence and skills, while supporting them into education, jobs and training.
Organiser Alice Simmerson, who has entered her own dog, Flo, into the show, said:
Student Molly Acton said she and the other members of the 13-strong RGS Prince’s Trust team feel strongly about helping young people adversely affected by the pandemic.
She added:
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Previously, a team led by Marcus Bartlem raised £200 for the Prince's Trust with a cake sale at school before the recent lockdown. It also sold candy canes before Christmas and aims to raise around £1,000 in total by the end of this academic year.
Marcus said:
Future fundraising plans include completing the Three Peaks walk, within guidelines, in 24 hours, and a funky tie or socks day once school re-opens.
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