Fundraising for Amanda Hart - Auction items and information

Hi everyone , I believe you all know me and know the story but 2 weeks ago a friend of mine Amanda Hart a very responsible Breeder and Exhibitor from the show world lost her home and all her dogs in a tragic fire and the Stafford Community has stepped up to the mark to help this wonderful lady and her family get back on her feet and get the roof back over her head so she can start rebuilding her shattered life.

The response so far has been absolutely astounding with essentially a worldwide effort out of love for this lady and love for Staffords and to date we have raised over £20,000 in gifts , auctions , events and other activities

If you are on Facebook then please visit the Fund raising page - Stafford Lover or just Dog Lover it will warm your heart to see the efforts people go to , I among the rest of the fund raising team are just absolutely astounded at the kindness and generosity shown  

https://www.facebook.com/fundraiserforamanda

Anyway I know that a lot of people on here are serious Stafford enthusiasts so I would like to bring to your attention  the Auction group we have set up , many items from collars to precious Stafford memorabilia has been given up by their owners to raise funds and the auction group can be found here

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1468778873410808/?fref=ts

2 very special items on here we are raffling and if you are an enthusiast then not to be missed opportunities to own something very special

1st is a pencil drawing of Joe Mallen  done by a local budding artist to me Meir Finkel and a true Stafford Man . There will be 21 tickets drawn , the 1st receives a signed original drawing , framed and postage paid . The next 20 will receive a limited edition print each one being indexed by a name of 1 of the 20 dogs that perished in the fire . It is a fantastic drawing and not to be missed

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1468778873410808/permalink/1470845843204111/



2nd is a 1985 year book for the Potteries Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club , massively sought after item and not one you will find at a bargain or very easily  ( estimated value over £200 )

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1468778873410808/permalink/1470879703200725/

I'm sure it'd really be appreciated if people could spare some money to donate - even a small amount adds up!

exactly Eleanor anything is gratefully received pennies make pounds

Dave, I'm so proud of you and the various organisations that are rallying to help this poor lady and her family.

For those of us without fb, is there anywhere where a cash or direct payment by direct debit can be sent?

There is a direct donation by posting cheques to a friend of the family Lynda , I will send you a PM later xxx
Just got some auction items closing in 15 mins so need to give the girls a hand . I'm only doing what others would do for me if I was in the same situation

Well, you're doing a really nice thing, like Lynda said. There should be more people like you around - the world would be a better place!