Last Sunday more than 1,500 people attended our second charity football tournament and Fun Day in aid of Helen & Douglas House.

We would like to send our deepest gratitude to the many volunteers, sponsors and well-wishers who made our event such a success. We have been overwhelmed by the support and generosity of the local community.

We must also thank our generous sponsors who have made our event possible. The full list is available on our website but special mention must go to the Mid-Counties Co-operative, Temple Lounge, S&C Lettings and Simpli Fresh.

Our biggest thanks are reserved for our dedicated army of volunteers who have worked tirelessly for several weeks and months.

We are still in the process of counting all the money and pledges that we have received but initial estimates are that we will raise in excess of £6,000, a phenomenal amount given the current economic climate when other events are being cancelled on a weekly basis. This money will make a real difference to the children and residents of Helen & Douglas House. It is a real testament to the community spirit of East Oxford that we have been able to raise so much, long may it continue!

SHAJAAT HUSSAIN Dr AMAR LATIF AMBER GHULAM BRADLEY PORTER SHABAZ HUSSAIN SHAKIL AHMED MOHAMMED HUSSAIN (Oxford Charity Fun Days)