Lifeboat supporter donates to Hartlepool RNLI
Hartlepool RNLI received a generous donation from the family of the late Jillian Jackson, a proud supporter of the charity that saves lives at sea.
Jillian’s son, Robert, visited Hartlepool boathouse to present the cheque to the volunteers. He said: 'Mum always had an interest in lifeboats and when we went on holiday she always took us for a visit to the nearest lifeboat station. This donation is a way of saying thank you from our mam and ourselves for the work of the RNLI and its volunteers.’
Deputy Launch Authority, Chris Hornsey, added: ‘This very kind donation from the Jackson family will help fund new kit for our volunteer crew members. On behalf of the station, I would like to say a big thank you.’
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Hartlepool RNLI Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer, Tom Collins, 07896 793557
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