Couple Leaves Lasting Legacy for Young People of West Cumbrian Community
The passing of Edwin and Anita Mackay has left a profound impact on the West Cumbrian community. However, their legacy continues to live on through their generous gift to the Cumbria Community Foundation.
Part of the proceeds from the sale of their property in Seaton has been donated to the Foundation, which has established the Edwin and Anita Mackay Memorial Fund. This fund will benefit local young people by awarding grants of up to £500 to charitable groups. These grants will support various project costs, such as coaching or equipment for junior sports teams, drama workshops for under-18s, and the improvement of community facilities that benefit young people.
The Cumbria Community Foundation is a leading charitable organization that gives around £6 million in grants each year to local charities and voluntary groups. These grants are made possible through over 100 grant-making funds set up by generous individuals, families, and businesses.
Caroline Adams, Development Manager for Cumbria Community Foundation, expressed her gratitude for the Mackay’s donation and the contributions of others who choose to give through the Foundation. She shared, “Leaving a gift in your will is a wonderful way of allowing a family name to live on and supporting causes that are close to someone’s heart for many years to come.”
If you are interested in leaving a charitable legacy in your will for your local community or a cause you care about, or to commemorate a loved one, you can contact Caroline Adams, Development Manager at Cumbria Community Foundation. She can be reached at 01900 820825 or via email at caroline@cumbriafoundation.org.
For those interested in applying for funding from the Edwin and Anita Mackay Memorial Fund, further information on eligible projects and the application process can be obtained from Tracy Cheesbrough, Grants & Programmes Officer at Cumbria Community Foundation. She can be reached at 01900 512395 or via email at tracy@cumbriafoundation.org. More information can also be found on the Foundation’s website at https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/edwin-and-anita-mackay-memorial-fund/.
The Edwin and Anita Mackay Memorial Fund stands as a testament to the generosity and community spirit of the Mackays, and their desire to leave a lasting impact on the young people of their beloved West Cumbrian community.
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