REMEMBERING MICHAEL
Dream Factory Press Release: Monday 13 July 2009
REMEMBERING MICHAEL
Fundraising Day in aid of former Norlington School for Boys PE Teacher
Leyton, London – Saturday saw the annual Michael Mensah Memorial Day Charity 5-a-side Football Tournament held at SCORE with all proceeds going to the Hainault-based children’s charity Dream Factory.
Organised by Michael’s close friends and family the day was in memory of Michael Mensah who was killed in a road traffic accident three years ago in Brighton, aged just 26.
A popular man who was liked by all that knew him, Michael went to Norlington School for Boys and Sir George Monoux College and after passing his Sport and Fitness degree at Luton University returned to Waltham Forest to work as a PE teacher at Norlington, training towards working with young people in sport with disabilities.
The past two years has seen his former work colleagues at Harrods organise the tournament but this year Michael’s brother, John, took it upon himself to do something for him with the main to beat the figure of £5000 that was raised last year.
John, who is the Waltham Forest Community Development Officer for Leyton Orient Community Sports Programme used his skills to organise the tournament which featured eight teams battling it out for the honours, whilst those not playing had the opportunity to join in with face painting, bouncy castles and games.
Despite the rain trying to put a dampener on proceedings the event attracted a large crowd, there to watch the teams compete for the much sought-after MMMD Cup.
The trophy and medal presentation drink and dance followed at Leytonstone Social Club with a raffle and public auction to raise extra funds and a live band providing the audience gathered with some all the hits.
The overall total raised so far is still being calculated but you can still give money now – please contact John on 07939 366 992 or email john.mensah@locsp.org for a sponsorship form to donate.
John Mensah said:
“The whole emphasis on the day wasn’t about winning but about raising money for a good cause and bringing friends and family together for a fun day out.
“I would like to say a personal big thank you to Duaine Homer, James Ayling and Barry Wood for initially having the idea to organise something like this and for taking the time out to plan something like this voluntarily.
Also, to those of you that donated money and raffle prizes, your generosity has been greatly appreciated.
“A special thanks has to go to the team at the Dream Factory for helping out, providing activities for the children and gifts for the auction.”
REMEMBERING MICHAEL
Fundraising Day in aid of former Norlington School for Boys PE Teacher
Leyton, London – Saturday saw the annual Michael Mensah Memorial Day Charity 5-a-side Football Tournament held at SCORE with all proceeds going to the Hainault-based children’s charity Dream Factory.
Organised by Michael’s close friends and family the day was in memory of Michael Mensah who was killed in a road traffic accident three years ago in Brighton, aged just 26.
A popular man who was liked by all that knew him, Michael went to Norlington School for Boys and Sir George Monoux College and after passing his Sport and Fitness degree at Luton University returned to Waltham Forest to work as a PE teacher at Norlington, training towards working with young people in sport with disabilities.
The past two years has seen his former work colleagues at Harrods organise the tournament but this year Michael’s brother, John, took it upon himself to do something for him with the main to beat the figure of £5000 that was raised last year.
John, who is the Waltham Forest Community Development Officer for Leyton Orient Community Sports Programme used his skills to organise the tournament which featured eight teams battling it out for the honours, whilst those not playing had the opportunity to join in with face painting, bouncy castles and games.
Despite the rain trying to put a dampener on proceedings the event attracted a large crowd, there to watch the teams compete for the much sought-after MMMD Cup.
The trophy and medal presentation drink and dance followed at Leytonstone Social Club with a raffle and public auction to raise extra funds and a live band providing the audience gathered with some all the hits.
The overall total raised so far is still being calculated but you can still give money now – please contact John on 07939 366 992 or email john.mensah@locsp.org for a sponsorship form to donate.
John Mensah said:
“The whole emphasis on the day wasn’t about winning but about raising money for a good cause and bringing friends and family together for a fun day out.
“I would like to say a personal big thank you to Duaine Homer, James Ayling and Barry Wood for initially having the idea to organise something like this and for taking the time out to plan something like this voluntarily.
Also, to those of you that donated money and raffle prizes, your generosity has been greatly appreciated.
“A special thanks has to go to the team at the Dream Factory for helping out, providing activities for the children and gifts for the auction.”
Avril Mills, Trustee of the Dream Factory, said:
“The day was well organised with a good theme and despite the weather it was still a good turnout.
“The day demonstrates how much work John and his friends have put in and it’s good to see everyone enjoying themselves and contributing towards such a good cause.”
To make a donation to the Dream Factory or for more information please contact John on 07939 366 992 or email john.mensah@locsp.org.
For more information about The Dream Factory (Registered Charity Number: 1123662) visit http://www.yourdreamfactory.org/, call 020 8501 1234, email info@yourdreamfactory.org or write to The Dream Factory, South Eastern House, 62 –70 Fowler Road, Hainault, IG6 3UT.
Notes to Editors
1. The Dream Factory fulfils dreams and grants wishes for young children with severe disabilities and terminal illnesses in the UK in order to bring joy and happiness into their lives.
For more information about The Dream Factory (Registered Charity Number: 1123662) visit http://www.yourdreamfactory.org/, call 020 8501 1234, email info@yourdreamfactory.org or write to The Dream Factory, South Eastern House, 62 –70 Fowler Road, Hainault, IG6 3UT.
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Monday, July 13, 2009
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