Hereford Poppy Appeal helped by young people raises £100,000
Ms Knight said a focus on engaging schools and community groups had led to more young people getting involved.School choirs had been invited to perform at charity fundraising events, she said.She added: "Most of us have all got children or young family members who we've got involved, and through that they've got their friends involved."Fifty young people volunteered to help out in 2024, compared with five the year before, she said.On top of that, support came from the Sea Cadets, Army Cadets, Guides and Scouts.Ms Knight said the focus on young people had led to "a remarkable year".
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