Children First Derby Fundraising Ball 2009

CFD's second fundraising Ball was held at the Derby Conference Centre on Saturday 7th March 2009. Akadia Photography provided photgraphs in the art deco entrance area, then people were led around the sunken lounge for a reception drink.

The Deputy Mayor of Derby Sean Marshall started the evening with a short introduction about CFD's work and his support for local charities. (See pic 1). Following this there was a delicious 3 course meal with coffee. During the meal local magician Ian Barradell amazed everyone with magic tricks. (See pic 3).

Funds were raised by playing heads and tails, selling raffle tickets and holding an auction. At the last minute Radio Derby's Andy Potter stood in to be Auctioneer. (See Pic 2).

Andy did a fantastic job auctioning items as varied as a Martin Johnson signed rugby shirt to a half days falconry.

Following the dinner and auction the 127 guests had a fabulous time dancing to lively local band Strange Co.

The Ball was a great success raising just under £3,000. Our thanks go out to all the businesses and individuals that helped to make the evening a great success!

The first aaa-challenge event was held on June 7th 2009 at Darley Park in Derby. Children First Derby were excited to hear that they had succesfuuly bid to be the designated local charity for this event.

We organised to have our own team take part (Team CFD) and sold cakes, held a raffle and provided face painting.

The weather was not kind to us but I am pleased to report that we managed to raise over £800. Thank you to all those that supported this event.

Donation from Brian Clough Memorial Fund

On 14th February 2008 Mrs Barbara Clough, wife of the football legend Brian Clough presented a cheque for £2,000 to Children First Derby.

The money was donated from the Brian Clough Memorial Fund, a fund set up in Brian Clough's name to support local charities and good causes.

The cheque was gratefully received by Elaine Eyre, Amy Smith and Cheryl Smith at the charity's Centre on Leopold Street, Derby.