Lowveld Nomad Bowls donates to GRIP during successful fundraising event
The Lowveld Nomad Bowls successfully hosted its fourth charity fundraising outing in the past 12 months earlier this month at the Lowveld Country Club (LVCC).
The turnout of 48 bowlers from far and wide greatly exceeded initial expectations.
“The magnificent winter weather continued unabated, as we contested two games of Trips, each with different team combinations and opponents, over ten ends, separated by tea and the annual general meeting,” says Chris Colverd, president of Lowveld Nomad Bowls.
“The two LVCC greens are in wonderful condition, running beautifully, thanks to greenkeeper Dave Jones and his crew.”
After the games everybody retired to the club house for much-needed refreshments.
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Tarryn Lokotsch, CEO of the Greater Rape Intervention Programme (GRIP), the beneficiary of the day, also had the opportunity explain what the organisation is all about.
GRIP is a not-for-profit organisation that provide support for victims of gender-based violence and sexual abuse and relies heavily on volunteers and donations to survive.
The Lowveld Nomad bowlers had contributed a table-load of donations of feminine-related products, as well as raised funds through a ery well-supported raffle of a very well-endowed hamper, two numbers boards and an auction of a wildlife canvas of a Southern Yellow Hornbill, (which is also the Lowveld Nomad logo).
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Tarryn thanked the Lowveld Nomad bowlers for their support.
“The donations were nothing short of amazing. Your generosity has truly contributed to GRIP’s future well-being. Thank you, Nomad bowlers, for making a difference in the lives of those we serve,” she said.
The day ended with the prize-giving to the day’s winners, as well as recipients of the Nomads annual awards.
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