Tain re-clothing charity benefits from latest donation from Friends of Alan Ross memorial fund
A charity in Tain collecting donations of children’s clothes, shoes, jackets and toiletries, before re-distributing them to families in need is the latest cause to benefit from a donation from the Friends of Alan Ross Fund.
Kats Second Editions was recognised as a registered charity earlier this year, after three and a half years providing clothes for over 2300 children and gaining over 1000 Facebook followers.
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Jim Oliver, who set up the fund after life-long friend Alan Ross was diagnosed with cancer, said: “It was a pleasure to present Kats Macleod with a cheque for £500 on behalf of the Friends of Alan Ross.
“Kats is a well known face in and around Tain and has done a phenomenal job in supporting families with youngsters who need a helping hand at times.
“Through her charity, Kats Second Editions, she ensures that many kids in the Tain area get the essentials for everyday living.
“Kats’ father Iain played football for Tain St Duthus with Alan and myself so it was great to be able to help her.”
Founder Kats Macleod said: “I am absolutely delighted to have received this donation.
“In this day and age, there are teenagers within our local community who don’t have access to basic toiletries. As part of Kats Second Editions Annual Toiletries Drive, this donation will ensure that we can continue to provide the essentials for those who need our help.
“It’s a lovely feeling knowing that we can do this. I’ve lost both parents over the last three and a half years, my dad only in August this year. I remember both of them being very fond of Alan and his wife Liz.
“Dad had a few stories of playing football with Jim and Alan, so this makes this kind donation all the more meaningful to Kats Second Editions.
“I’d like to think that Dad and Alan are now somewhere playing football and reminiscing about the ‘good old days’.”
