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Closed 07/02/2018
Weʼve raised £960 to repair and replace what was lost after the burglary at Ilfracombe Rugby Club
- Funded on Wednesday, 7th February 2018
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One of the community's assets was attacked this weekend, as robbers targeted Ilfracombe Rugby Club in a cowardly act. In the middle of the night, just hours before 200+ kids were due to arrive for their much-loved Sunday morning rugby sessions, the clubhouse was broken into. The burglary caused much damage to windows, security bars and other areas. Cash for a bar float was also stolen from a doubly-locked secure cupboard. The thieves clearly didn't care about their actions and wanted maximum benefit.
Every pound raised by the rugby club goes directly back into the community, by helping children and adults enjoy the game of rugby. And it takes so much effort from the volunteers who run the club to raise every pound, so this attack really is heartbreaking. Not least of all for the 200+ kids and parents who turned up to their Sharks junior rugby session on Sunday morning, to find Police tape around their clubhouse, broken glass everywhere and the club they love in a state of shock. This did not deter them from enjoying their rugby on Sunday morning, and we are determined not to let this burglary damage the rugby club and the role it plays in the community.
Please help us raise funds to mitigate the effects of this raid. Not only do we need to repair and replace everything that was broken, cash was also stolen, plus we sadly now need to action some extra security measures. Thank you so much for your help. The club is run by a small band of volunteers, who put in untold hours to help keep the clubhouse and the playing pitches as assets to the community. Any contribution will help us get back on an even keel and move forward.
Naturally, insurance claims are being pursued, but (due to excesses etc) they will certainly not cover the cost of the damage. Cash stolen may also not be covered, plus the added costs of extra security measures will be an additional burden upon the club's shoulders. So your contribution really will make a difference.
THANK YOU!
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Anonymous
Nov 27, 2017
Happy to help using our saved xmas card money for a good local cause this year :-)
£10.00
Matt Holgate
Nov 23, 2017
Sorry it’s a bit late 👍
£50.00
Anonymous
Nov 19, 2017
£5.00
Claire Holgate
Nov 17, 2017
Xxx
£10.00
Joel Cooper
Nov 15, 2017
£20.00
Peter Cooper
Nov 15, 2017
£50.00
Denis Anderson
Nov 15, 2017
carry on
£10.00
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