A classic car rally in Lichfield has raised £1,000 The Community Foundation for Staffordshire.
More than 70 vehicles joined the inaugural Cannock Chase Classic Car Tour last month.
TV celebrity and auctioneer Charles Hanson waved off the tour from the Bowling Green Pub in Lichfield and then welcomed drivers back to his new Staffordshire auction house in Rugeley for afternoon tea.
The Community Foundation for Staffordshire is a team of professional local community fund and grant managers that create and administer benevolent funds and grant giving schemes for philanthropists, business, central Government, and local authorities.
Richard Hinton, of First Class Technologies and main sponsor, said:
“Last year, in the depths of the pandemic I had the idea of a car rally across Staffordshire.
“The event was literally stop-start for many months due to Covid, but what a way to celebrate the easing of restrictions.
“I’m delighted to hand over the money on behalf of drivers, passengers, time-keepers and spectators with special thanks to the Wolverhampton and South Staffordshire Car Club who helped in the organisation of the inaugural Cannock Chase Classic Car Tour. “
Richard Hinton
Faye Williams of The Community Foundation for Staffordshire said:
“It was an amazing spectacle to see so many beautiful cars leave Lichfield in bright sunshine, then passing the finish line in the amazing surroundings of Bishton Hall.
“A memorable day, great fun and a huge thank you to all involved who have raised vital funds that will help voluntary groups across the county.
“If anyone wants to organise a fundraising event or simply donate, call us now on 01785 339540 or email [email protected].”
Faye Williams