This morning I attended the Ascot Racecourse Supports Community Challenge Grand Final, sponsored by @ascotracecourse (driven by Jacqui Greet) and @learningtowork (driven by Nancy Lalor and Rebecca Saich).
Seven Berkshire schools competed for a £1,000 donation (and other prizes) for the charity they have been supporting during the year. The finalists were @garthhillcollege_official, Eden Girls` School, Baylis Court School, @hgs.1952, @theale_green_school, @churchmead_insta, @altwoodschool.
Supported charities were @duchenneuk, @sloughrefugeesupport, @thedashcharity, SHOC, @launchpadreading, @crossroadscareslough, @the_baby_bank.
The schools ran through why they supported their nominated charities, their fundraising activities and overall impact of their activities within their communities, with the most impactful school the winner.
Gerry Lejeune, CEO of @berkshirecommunityfoundation, @jackmrankin, Windsor MP and myself were the judges.
Well done to the winners, @hgs.1952.
They were given a close run by @churchmead_insta, who received a £1,000 donation from the High Sheriff`s Fund. @berkshirecommunityfoundation kindly donated £250 to the other five schools.
The energy from the event was terrific.
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