Spalding United FC have bagged a boost for the town’s hospital.
They presented a cheque for £400 to the Friends of Johnson Community Hospital after fundraising during the previous season.
Club secretary Gary Kent said: “Spalding United were looking for a charity partner for our 2024/2025 season, we wanted a local charity that meant something to the Spalding community, the people managing the fund raising and donating would mostly be from Spalding too.
“We also wanted to ensure our donation was to benefit the people of Spalding and would be spent on something specific, we didn’t want our donation to get ‘lost’ in a larger pot.
“We decided on the League of Friends at the Johnson Hospital for all the reasons outlined above as we felt they matched our own values.
“We were delighted to donate £400 to the League of Friends and we look forward to finding out how our donation has made a small difference.”
Christine Grocock, secretary of the charity which provides items for the hospital not purchased by the NHS, said: “Both the Friends and the club share values of teamwork, dedication, and community — drawing a parallel between the football team’s spirit and the Friends’ mission.
“The Friends would like to acknowledge not only the club but also the fans, as their support indirectly makes such charitable donations possible.
“When you cheer on the Tulips, you’re also helping support your local hospital.
“The Friends are truly grateful to Spalding Football Club for their generosity and kindness.
“We will be keeping the club updated on how this donation will be used to support the hardworking nurses and auxiliary staff, as well as providing comfort to patients at Johnson Community Hospital.”
