Worthing mayor’s chosen charities receive thousands of pounds

Hazel Thorpe chose Care for Veterans, West Sussex Mind and NSPCC as her charities for her year in office.

Representatives of each were invited to a coffee and cake morning in her garden in Tarring recently and each charity was presented with a cheque for £4,500.

Hazel, who was mayor from April 2019 to May 2020, organised fundraising initiatives including a Bohemian Rhapsody singalong film night, quizzes and a variety show at Worthing Assembly Hall.

She said: “Being the mayor of Worthing was an amazing role, as I got to hear wonderful stories about people and it provided a unique opportunity to support them.

“I chose Care for Veterans, Mind and NSPCC because they work very hard in our community to help countless people. I am so pleased I have been able to support them in this way and thank everyone who helped me to raise such a fantastic amount.”

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