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About 280 donned masks and vintage-carnival attire for the Matakana Grand Charity Trust Ball at The Stables Restaurant last month, raising about $15,000 for Homebuilders Family Support Service.
Trust founder Monique Jansen says it was resounding success.
“We’ve had such good feedback. People have been raving. We are already planning next year’s ball to fundraise for Homebuilders while we’ve got the momentum.”
Homebuilders coordinator Quentin Jukes says he is thrilled with the result.
“The profits will support families through our service. Currently, we are contracted to support 154 clients but we have been working with over 300, so we have a big shortfall in funding.”
The foundation is supported by Laurie Wearmouth, The House Company, Intellium Technology, Barfoot and Thompson, The Stables Restaurant and Boldesign, and about 70 business sponsored the event. Photos: Cat Railey
