From support for deaf children to help for an Over 60’s group, nine local groups went away with a donation from the recent Wigan Rotary Clubs Dragons Den event. Twenty five organizations applied and the three dragons, Rotary President Maureen Bilsbrough, former Westfield Children’s Centre manager and Rtn. Aujke Clegg OBE, and chartered accountant Peter Cheetham invited eleven groups to pitch for a share of £5000.
Wigan Rotary President Maureen Bilsbrough said,’ It was a tremendous evening and Wigan Rotary Club was delighted to be able to help the wonderful work undertaken. In these hard economic times it is surprising the difference a few hundred pounds can make. It was also humbling to see how many people are prepared to give up their time to help others.’
She continued ‘However this event would not be possible without the generous donations of the Wigan residents mainly last December when we accompanied Santa and his sleigh around the area. We hope this event shows we are using their donations wisely and for the benefit of the local community.’
A full list of the donations together with more information about the work of Wigan Rotary Club can be found on their website www.wiganrotaryclub.org.uk or ring 07813 471000
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PHOTO -Front Row Left to Right:
Aujke Clegg OBE, President Maureen Bilsbrough, Peter Cheetham and two of the successful groups representatives
Back Row;
A Representative from each of the other successful groups.


The list of Winners 2017.

Dance Syndrome
Wigan & Leigh Deaf Children's Society
4th Wigan St Mary's & St John's Guides
Spring View Over 60's Club
Trinity Church Young Carers Groups
Wigan MS Therapy Centre
More Than Words
Wigan Cosmos F C
Lifelines Dementia Friendly Community Cafe