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SPT Glasgow - Hearts of Queens Event
Bromley023
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Team Bromley will be heading up north this weekend for the SPT Glasgow. Which also means that we can hold a Hearts of Queens 
collection event. Our first in Scotland. And this makes us very happy.
What am I on about? Forum regulars will have spotted our launch post, but if you missed it (or, indeed, need a refresher), then head over here -->
(https://skypoker.com/secure/poker/sky_lobby/community/forums#/discussion/184786/hearts-of-queens)
What do we need?
The aim is simple - we ask players to bring something to the event that we can then donate to local women's causes. We want this to be easy, so anything you can put in your bag or your pocket. We collect them from you and do the rest.
The aim of Hearts of Queens is to give back to the direct communities where we are playing. For this event we are collecting items and/or cash donations for
The Halliday Foundation (<a href="https://thehallidayfoundation.org.uk/">https://thehallidayfoundation.org.uk/)
The Glasgow SE Foodbank (https://glasgowse.foodbank.org.uk/)
What if I can't bring items?
If anyone would like to help, but won't be able to bring items (believe us, we understand the logistical headaches) then we are happy to do the shopping for you. We will collect donations over the weekend and will be shopping/delivering on the Monday before we head home. Some players at previous events have also pledged/donated from winnings. Clearly there is no pressure here at all, and do only donate if you can, but that third option is also available.
We will be on hand all weekend to answer any questions you have, but in the meantime do check out our page:
https://facebook.com/groups/469135674940701
Look forward to seeing you all there.
Natalie
collection event. Our first in Scotland. And this makes us very happy.What am I on about? Forum regulars will have spotted our launch post, but if you missed it (or, indeed, need a refresher), then head over here -->
(https://skypoker.com/secure/poker/sky_lobby/community/forums#/discussion/184786/hearts-of-queens)
What do we need?
The aim is simple - we ask players to bring something to the event that we can then donate to local women's causes. We want this to be easy, so anything you can put in your bag or your pocket. We collect them from you and do the rest.
- Soap
- Deodorant
- Shampoo
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Toothbrushes and Toothpaste
The aim of Hearts of Queens
is to give back to the direct communities where we are playing. For this event we are collecting items and/or cash donations forThe Halliday Foundation (<a href="https://thehallidayfoundation.org.uk/">https://thehallidayfoundation.org.uk/)
The Glasgow SE Foodbank (https://glasgowse.foodbank.org.uk/)
What if I can't bring items?
If anyone would like to help, but won't be able to bring items (believe us, we understand the logistical headaches) then we are happy to do the shopping for you. We will collect donations over the weekend and will be shopping/delivering on the Monday before we head home. Some players at previous events have also pledged/donated from winnings. Clearly there is no pressure here at all, and do only donate if you can, but that third option is also available.
We will be on hand all weekend to answer any questions you have, but in the meantime do check out our page:
https://facebook.com/groups/469135674940701
Look forward to seeing you all there.
Natalie
Comments
The wonderful Sky Poker community donated a total of £150 in cash and a big bag full of the exact toiletries that our causes desperately needed. Thank you, so very much, for everyone who donated.
I will post our final vlog once we are home and done, but for now, a sneaky peak:
Our next event will be in the city of Las Vegas, during the WSOP, summer festivals and, of course, the next leg of the Sky Poker Tour. If any of you would like to get involved for the Vegas event, please drop me a line.
Natalie
The two charities who benefitted from this particular event were:
The Halliday Foundation (https://thehallidayfoundation.org.uk/); and
*Women's Aid Scotland (https://womensaid.scot/)
This is a correction from the OP - I incorrectly quoted an organisation which, whilst is an excellent cause in its worn right, isn't a female-focused charity.
Anyway, thanks again for your support this weekend. And for a cracking SPT. See you in Vegas....
Well done Natalie, a great cause.
Just need to announce Kompany now!
Kompany would be an outstanding appointment for us, right? I am very much of the view that we need a rebrand...