A Shropshire volunteer has raised more than £190,000 for working horse and donkey charity Brooke, largely through a long-running stall at Ludlow market.
Jenny Lack, from near Shrewsbury, has supported Brooke for around 40 years and volunteers her time selling bric-a-brac, books and jewellery, much of it donated through house clearances, alongside handmade cards featuring pressed flowers.
Jenny’s fundraising was shaped by seeing Brooke’s work first-hand during a visit to Egypt with her daughter, where she witnessed the challenges faced by working animals and the communities who depend on them for daily income and essentials.
Jenny also gives talks locally about Brooke’s work supporting working horses, donkeys and mules.
She said:
I am so passionate about supporting Brooke through my stalls I sell everything from footstools and fire screens to false teeth!
Knowing I’m making a difference to the lives of these animals keeps me going. They do so much for us, and this is just a small way I can give back.
Around the festive season, especially, it’s important to remember horses, donkeys and mules deserve compassion. ”
Jenny and her partner, Colin, who helps run the busy stall, are also supporting Brooke’s Christmas craft pack, which includes knitting, crochet and cross stitch patterns in exchange for a suggested £5 donation.
Zoe Francis, Fundraising Officer at Brooke, said:
Our volunteers are doing incredible work helping animals abroad, whose lives usually include back-breaking loads, extreme heat and unforgiving terrain.
This Christmas, let’s deliver a better life to these loyal, hardworking animals that work tirelessly every day of the year.
Jenny will also accept saleable donations at her stall.
