Beach Buddies is delighted to have been chosen as one of a privileged group of charities to receive a donation from Manx Telecom via their annual Marg McGee Community Awards scheme.
The scheme, named in honour of former member of staff Marg McGee who sadly passed away in late 2023, recognises organisations that contribute positively to the community.
A spokesman for Beach Buddies said, “Marg cared passionately about the Isle of Man, the countryside and our environment and she was in regular contact with Beach Buddies over many years to highlight rubbish around the Island, particularly Chibbanagh plantation, close to her former home in St Mark’s.”
Manx Telecom chief executive Gary Lamb said, “The Marg McGee Community Awards are incredibly close to our hearts. They celebrate the passion, dedication and compassion shown by so many local organisations who work tirelessly to support our Island. We are proud to support more initiatives and help these organisations continue to make a real difference in our communities.”
Awards were also made to Isle of Man Girlguiding, Isle of Man Scout Association, St Thomas Rainbows, Code Club, Southern Befrienders, Rushen Twirlers, Manx Child Art Therapy, Isle Stand Up To Suicide, Manx Eating Disorders Support, Alzheimer’s Society, Sleeping Angel Woods, Friends of Robert Owen House, Motiv8 Addiction Services, Isle of Man Netball, Summit Grappling Academy, South Ramsey Bowling Club, Cheer Sport Isle of Man and Ramsey Community Hub.
A total of 182 applications were received by Manx Telecom with 37 organisations benefitting from a total fund of £20,000.
