Bedford Cricket Club on Church Lane is hosting its latest fundraiser this evening (21 August) in aid of the Ruth Strauss Foundation, a charity they have been supporting all season in a host of money-raising events at The Bury.
The Ruth Strauss Foundation was founded by former England cricket captain, Sir Andrew Strauss, set up in memory of his late wife, Ruth who passed away in December 2018.
The charity helps young families cope with the death of a parent and also raises awareness of non-smoking related lung cancer.
On Wednesday evening, Bedford Cricket Club are hosting a ‘youngsters vs parents’ exhibition match in order to raise more money, and the adults will be keen not to be upstaged by their younger counterparts.
Throughout the 2024 season, there have been special events at The Bury such as the annual fancy dress Sixes Day, with multiple day’s profits from the kitchen and bar donated directly to the charity.
The Club also participated in the nationwide #RedForRuth Day across the weekend of 12-14 July to coincide with a special day of fundraising at Lord’s Cricket Ground during the recent England vs West Indies test match.
Julie Brown has been at the forefront of fundraising activity at the Club.
“We’ve been delighted with the response of everyone associated with Bedford Cricket Club this season as we’ve doubled our previous donation total since we began fundraising in 2020”, said Julie.
“We’re really hoping that the local community can come out in force and help us raise as much money as possible for a wonderful charity that help so many young families across the UK.”
The event at Bedford Cricket Club begins at 17:00 on Wednesday 21st August with all proceeds from the evening going to the Ruth Strauss Foundation.
More information about the Ruth Strauss Foundation can be found via their website here.
