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Isle of Man Steam Packet Company partners with Manx Breast Cancer Support Group and Mannin Cancers Support Group to assist transportation costs
The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company is proud to announce its sponsorship of Manx Breast Cancer Support Group and Mannin Cancers Support Group, assisting with transportation costs through its Manx Community Assistance scheme. This initiative, led by the Steam Packet’s Wellbeing Committee and spearheaded by Head of HR Ethel Docherty, underscores the Company’s commitment to supporting local charities and the important work they do for the community.
Manx Breast Cancer Support Group and Mannin Cancers Support Group play a crucial role in raising awareness and funds to support those affected by cancer in the Isle of Man. By assisting with transportation costs, the Steam Packet Company aims to support these organisations to focus on their crucial fundraising efforts and community support initiatives.
Julie Stokes and Carole Male, representatives from Manx Breast Cancer Support Group and Mannin Cancers Support Group, expressed their gratitude for the sponsorship: “This support from the Steam Packet Company is invaluable in helping us continue our work and enables us to allocate more funds directly towards supporting breast cancer patients.”
Ethel Docherty, who has been instrumental in facilitating this partnership, highlighted the importance of corporate support for charitable initiatives: “We’re honoured to support Manx Breast Cancer Support Group and Mannin Cancer Support Group and the fantastic work they do. Providing assistance to local charities and initiatives that help others is incredibly important to us. The team at the Steam Packet Company is looking forward to contributing to their incredible work and helping them reach their fundraising goals.”
The Steam Packet Company remains committed to making a positive impact in the local community and has a long tradition of supporting local initiatives and organisations that are making a positive impact on the Isle of Man. Through its Manx Community Assistance Scheme, the Steam Packet Company is proud to support events, groups, and individuals travelling to and from the Isle of Man for sporting, education, and cultural activities. The goal of the scheme is to support good causes and local initiatives that aim to improve the quality of life of island residents.
Committee from Mannin Cancer & Manx Breast Cancer support group with Head of Human Resources, Ethel Docherty, and Captain Woolford and crew from Manannan.
