Kilrea rallies round cancer patient
A generous community has come together recently to raise a phenomenal amount of cash for a trust fund for a Kilrea cancer patient.
Following a recent fundraising night in Kilrea GAC, a massive £18,000 was raised to help local cancer patient Peggy Madden purchase medication for her treatment.
Peggy is currently paying for her own medication with the cost of the drug coming to around £1,300 per month.
Peggy’s niece Sharon Larkin organised the fundraising night with the help of her mother and brother. She was stunned to discover they surpassed their initial target of £4,000.
“The night was a fantastic success,” she said. “A mixed community turned out to support Peggy which was just great.
“The whole family would just like to thank the entire community who gave donations on the night as well as local shopkeepers and the club for providing the fantastic facilities with no charge.”
An auction and raffle was held on the night - with many items kindly donated from local shops - and was followed up with a disco.
Sharon said: “The auction raised £4,000 alone which was just fantastic and Peggy was totally overwhelmed by the generosity of the community.
“It will make her life a wee bit easier. It’s bad enough dealing with cancer without having to pay for your treatment as well.”
The community have also helped to support Peggy by signing a petition which will be presented to the NI Assembly, calling for free treatment.
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