Kilted chef, Craig Wilson, proprietor of Eat on the Green yesterday, (November 8) launched a call for people across the region to join him for a unique candlelit vigil in Udny Green, on Sunday December 3, in aid of Friends of ANCHOR.
Mr Wilson is asking for at least 500 people to come forward and help create a ‘human anchor of light’, paying tribute to family or friends who have been affected by cancer.
Eat on the Green has raised £45,000 for Friends of ANCHOR over the past three years. Through the ‘human anchor of light’ event, Mr Wilson aims to raise a further £50,000 in recognition of the charity’s 20th anniversary year and its ‘Dream Big’ campaign.
Friends of ANCHOR’s ‘Dream Big’ appeal forms part of the University of Aberdeen’s £4.5m campaign to recruit a world-class cancer research team to the North-east. A major investment that will ultimately see clinical care excelled for cancer patients in the region.
Mr Wilson commented: “For those who are currently receiving treatment or have lost a loved one to cancer, the festive period can be very emotional time. We are inviting people to join us in supporting Friends of ANCHOR by lighting a candle, dedicated to a loved one or friend who has been touched by cancer, and encourage hope, courage and strength for the future.
“The event will include a ‘service of hope’ at Udny Green church, where global star and Scotland’s very own, Susan Boyle will perform a medley of songs. Scottish singer, actress and broadcaster, Fiona Kennedy will also take to the stage to sing. Following the service, light-bearers will join together on the village green to create a ‘human anchor of light.’”
To participate in this unique charity event, each light-bearer should raise or donate a minimum of £100 to Friends of ANCHOR. Please visit www.eatonthegreen.co.uk/anchoroflight for further information.
“2017 is a hugely significant year for Friends of ANCHOR and in the spirit of the ‘Dream Big’ campaign, I aim to give the largest single donation I’ve ever pledged, more than doubling the amount of money we have already raised to date,” added Mr Wilson.
Jim Milne, chairman, Friends of ANCHOR says: “We’re incredibly grateful to Craig and the team at Eat on the Green for their tremendous fundraising efforts for Friends of ANCHOR over the years. Without the generous contributions of the people and businesses in the North-east of Scotland, Friends of ANCHOR couldn’t continue its vital support to patients in the ANCHOR Unit. This latest fundraising drive is certainly something rather special and is sure to get everyone into the festive spirit of giving.”
Specialising in high quality fine dining, Eat on the Green prides itself on serving contemporary cuisine using the best local produce. For further information on Eat on the Green visit www.eatonthegreen.co.uk.