Abermain Bowling Club has outdone itself in its annual fundraising campaign for the Ronald McDonald House charity by raising $9000 compared to $5000 the previous year.
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The club held its usual bowls day fundraiser last year but also organised a country and western day to help contribute some more money to the cause.
The club has raised money for the charity since 2012 and this is the most they've ever raised.
The cheque for $9000 was presented to Ronald McDonald House last Friday, February 15.
"It was amazing," Ronald McDonald House community engagement coordinator Leonie Borrow said.
"They certainly went way above and beyond this year."
Club member Ian Lewis who organised the fundraisers said it was great to be able to help a charity that supported sick kids and their families.
"I've been down to the house and when you see some of the kids and what they must be going through, it just gives you the will to want to do things that help them out," he said.
"We know it's going to a good cause.
"I can only hope they can use it for the things they need."
Ms Borrow said the funds would help the charity to continue supporting the 18 families who stay in Ronald McDonald House Newcastle each night.
Mr Lewis wanted to thank everyone who helped out with running the fundraisers and those supported the cause.
Sage Swinton
Sage Swinton is a news reporter who was born and bred in the Hunter. She has been with the Newcastle Herald since June 2020, and covers Newcastle council as well as other general news.
Sage Swinton is a news reporter who was born and bred in the Hunter. She has been with the Newcastle Herald since June 2020, and covers Newcastle council as well as other general news.
