Muscular Dystrophy WA fundraiser receives extra boost from Community TAB
16 October, 2018
‘Marquee Day for MDWA’ at Ascot Racecourse on Saturday 27 October is a key fundraising event for Muscular Dystrophy WA (MDWA), and this year will receive an extra contribution from Community TAB of Racing and Wagering WA (RWWA), who will be matching funds raised up to $5,000 on the day.
Amy Evans, who has muscular dystrophy, is the event Ambassador who at the young age of 20 currently owns shares in 6 racehorses and has cheered home 18 winners.
“Having my own race horses and being involved in fundraising already, I wanted to continue building relationships between racing and charities, so becoming the Ambassador for Muscular Dystrophy WA’s Marquee event was a natural progression,” Ms Evans said.
“I see it as a win win for everyone, with MDWA having a platform to raise money and awareness as well as racing being given a positive light.
“As an owner I bring that touch of serious race-goer, enthusiasm and love of racing to the day.”
MDWA Partnerships and Fundraising Manager Mark Hullett said the organisation is very grateful for the extra support from Community TAB.
“MDWA is a small organisation who doesn’t receive any government funding so we are thrilled about this partnership with Community TAB and really appreciate the support,” Mr Hullett said.
“Muscular dystrophy is a group of genetic neuromuscular conditions where muscles slowly degenerate and weaken. They affect more than 20,000 Australians and MDWA support around 800 families in WA.
“We work helping our community get the best support and services they need and we connect them to others with similar conditions, enabling them to lead full lives. We call it Support for Life.”
Community TAB has been matching fundraising at race days around the State for many years, with over $465,000 raised for not-for-profit organisations.
Community TAB General Manager Matthew Thomas said the positive effects of this program have been extensive for regional WA and it is great to add in partnerships at our metro clubs like this at Ascot.
“It is great to see Perth Racing support vital not-for-profit organisations such as MDWA, and we are very proud to play our part in matching donations,” Mr Thomas said.
“Race Clubs play such a big role in communities and their reach and support is vital to supporting organisations.
“Community TAB is proud to play our own part in giving back to the community by partnering with race clubs around WA.”