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Fundraising event
Thistle Help raised more than £1,700, with further donations still being counted, during its annual coffee morning at the retailer’s Irvine showroom. The event supported Whiteleys Retreat, which provides free respite breaks and extended support for children, young people and families affected by cancer or a life-limiting illness across Scotland. The retailer has held the fundraising coffee morning for three years.
Community support
The event included a prize draw with prizes donated by suppliers, family, friends and customers. Laura Hays, Thistle Help’s director, said the showroom became so busy that it was standing room only, with customers, relatives, friends and suppliers attending to support the fundraiser. She said the scale of the gathering could mean the retailer needs to hire a hall for next year’s event.
Charity choice and retailer
Thistle Help said it selected Whiteleys Retreat as a small local charity that would benefit directly from the funds raised. Hays described the total as a significant result for the organisation. From its Irvine showroom, the retailer supplies lift-and-rise recliners, mobility scooters, manual and power wheelchairs, adjustable beds and daily living aids. The event took place during the week before the source’s 10 October 2026 reference date.
