Friday 19th November, GDS Instruments took part raising money for Children in Need. BBC Children in Need is the BBC's UK corporate charity. The annual telethon aim is to help raise those crucial pennies needed to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and young people across the UK. The event see fundraiser all over the country take part in activates to raise money.
The staff at GDS spent the whole day in fancy dress, costumes included, Batman, Luke Skywalker, Orvill the Duck and Maverick amongst others. Cakes were sold to staff and delivery drivers, a raffle was held as well as other fund raising games. A collection around Murrell Green Business Park as well as a donation from the company brought the total sum raised to £1,000.00.
Karl Snelling Managing Director at GDS Instruments said “It’s great to get involved in such a worthwhile cause. All the staff have made a tremendous effort with the costumes and fundraising, thanks you everyone for your support”.