Hobby Dayz and Barneys Café in Highbridge are hoping to raise a great sum for a charity supporting people living with sight loss by holding a ‘paint a pup’ day.
The event will be held on Sunday June 29th from 10am-4pm at the premises in Market Street, Highbridge.
The two businesses in Market Street have been inspired to fundraise for the charity Guide Dogs because of seeing the amazing work the puppy trainers do and how life changing the dogs can be to someone with sight loss.
They will be offering up to 50 ceramic pups to paint, a drink and delicious cake or brownie for £12.
“There will also be smaller items to paint for a donation. Please come and support us in reaching our fundraising target of £500,” says Amanda Cook.
“Nearly 50 per cent of all people with a vision impairment feel cut off from the people and places around them, while 80 per cent of parents believe their child’s sight loss has a negative effect on their ability to make friends.”
“Guide Dogs offers lifelong support and services, with and without dogs, for everyone living with sight loss. Children and adults, friends and family, the charity gives people the tools and the confidence to live independently, live actively and live well.”
Pam White, National Fundraising Campaigns Manager at Guide Dogs, adds: “We are so very grateful to all the individuals, groups and organisations who support us by taking on fundraising activities throughout the year.”
“Every day 250 more people join the 2 million already living with sight loss and this number is set to double by 2050. As sight loss increases, our expert staff, volunteers and life-changing dogs will be there to support them. To help us continue this support, please get involved and organise your own fundraiser. From bake sales to bungee jumping, anything goes!”
To find out how you can get involved in fundraising for Guide Dogs, click here.
