RNLI fundraisers May Day effort well supported
With fingers crossed for a dry day, fundraisers at RNLI Tighnabruaich set up to sell cakes, plants, burgers and merchandise. Supporters also enjoyed stunning displays in local Open Gardens, and contributed a fantastic total of £2028.06 to support the charity that saves lives at sea.
Independent from government support, the rescue service depends on donations. In 2024, for every £1 spent on charitable activities, 54p was on lifeboats, property and equipment; 28p on running the lifeboat service; 12p on lifeguard rescue; 4p on water safety, education and awareness; and 2p on international drowning prevention.
Reflecting on the event fundraising chair Janet Lange expressed “huge thanks to everyone for your help and support.” This vital fundraising enables crew to be ready 24/7, 365 days a year to respond.
Key facts about the RNLI
The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,700 lives.
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Contacting the RNLI - public enquiries
Members of the public may contact the RNLI on 0300 300 9990 (UK) or 1800 991802 (Ireland) or by email.