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Macmillan Coffee Morning and raffle draw at University Place.

17 Sep 2008

Hosted by the Macmillan Research Unit on 26 September.

The Macmillan Research Unit, School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, will be holding a Macmillan coffee morning on Friday 26 September, in the Atrium, Block 3, University Place, from 9.30am onwards, with the raffle draw taking place at 12noon.

FoodOnCampus have agreed to donate 5p for every coffee sold on the day through University Place outlets to include Eats Restaurant, The Shop and Café. They are also donating 200 cups of tea and coffee, milk, sugar towards our coffee morning. 

Everyone knows first hand just how devastating a cancer diagnosis can be. Thankfully we also know that the generosity of supporters like you means Macmillan can provide the expert care and emotional support that makes a real difference to people affected by cancer and their families. Unfortunately, we are aware that the number of people living with cancer continues to rise. One in three of us will get cancer; 1.2 million of us are living with it. Macmillan needs our help more than ever before. So please come along to purchase a cup of coffee, a selection of homemade confectionery, and Macmillan Cancer Support merchandise.

You'll also have the opportunity of buying a raffle ticket for one of our fabulous prizes that have been donated by various sponsors. Raffle tickets cost £1 each and are available from:

  • Main reception desk, Ground Floor, Block 3, University Place
  • Linda Melia on Ext 67711
  • Chris Bower, Post Room situated by the Refectory area
  • Sue Tizini, Room 5.320, Ext 67780, or on the day

Raffle prizes:

  • SONY Mini hi-fi system
  • Overnight stay for two (Midland Hotel)
  • Voucher: Express facial and make over Chanel counter (Kendal’s)
  • £30 meal voucher at HENRY J BEANS (Printworks)
  • Two tickets for a days play at Lancashire County Cricket Club
  • Manchester City signed and framed photograph
  • Manchester United merchandise
  • ZEST Lunch voucher
  • Bouquet of Flowers (Rogers the florist)
  • Various wines and sprits
  • Various perfumes/toiletries
  • Many more items

With sincere appreciation and gratitude to all our sponsors:

  • Manchester United Football Club, Manchester City Football Club, Lancashire County Cricket Club, The Midland Hotel, Kendal’s, DECATHLON, Sainsbury’s, Morrison’s, Tesco, Heaton Press, Rogers the florist, Food On Campus (The University of Manchester), ZEST, Donations received from colleagues/friends/family members

For further information, please contact: