SMH Group raises over £12,000 for MNDA in fourth annual charity golf day

SMH Group, a Yorkshire and Derbyshire-based firm of chartered accountants and business advisers, raised over £12,000 for their chosen charity of the year—the South Yorkshire branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA)—at their annual charity golf day in August 2024 at Chesterfield Golf Club.

The day kicked off with bacon sandwiches for all the players. Despite initial concerns about strong winds, which threatened to disrupt the day’s events, the sun eventually broke through. The event saw 104 players across 26 teams from local businesses, all competing for various prizes, with the Sickleholme Bandits emerging as the winners. The day was wrapped up with fish and chips, and an auction in the clubhouse, adding a perfect ending to a successful day.

The day was organised by Ross Jordan, a Partner at SMH BullockWoodburn, part of the SMH Group. Ross noted that the event not only provided clients and close contacts of the firm with a valuable networking opportunity but also served as a crucial fundraiser for a deserving local charity.

The MNDA holds a special place in the hearts of many at SMH Group, as it supports those affected by the life-altering impact of Motor Neurone Disease (MND). With no known cure, the MNDA is vital in offering essential care, support, and funding for research to improve the lives of those battling MND.

Ross Jordan commented: “As a forward-thinking company, we set out to make this year’s charity golf day our most successful yet. Building on the success of previous events, we set a high fundraising target and are thrilled to have surpassed it, raising nearly twice as much as last year.

“This achievement is thanks to all our sponsors, whose generous donations for tee sponsorship, competition sponsorship, and raffle and auction prizes were invaluable. We are also deeply grateful to all 26 teams who participated and donated—we couldn’t have done it without you!

“We had a fantastic turnout with enthusiastic and competitive golfers, making for an exciting day filled with individual and team competitions for first, second, and third place.

“Congratulations to the Sickleholme Bandits for securing first place, as well as Matt Civil of Connected Search Group for winning the longest drive competition, Wes Price and John Pointon for their closest to the pin victories, and Josh Butterworth for winning the simulator closest to the pin competition.”

Paul Hebblethwaite of MNDA South Yorkshire Branch adds: “The raffle, combined with the various fundraising activities that took place throughout the day, raised an impressive sum of over £12,000, all made possible by the remarkable generosity of the SMH Group, the sponsors of the event and the golfers who participated.

“This significant contribution will have a meaningful impact, helping us to continue our vital work in supporting individuals and families living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in the South Yorkshire area. Your decision to support the MNDA charity means so much to us, as it ensures that we can carry on providing essential care, services, and research funding to those affected by this devastating disease. The support from events like this makes all the difference, and we are proud to have partners like the SMH Group and such a generous community standing with us in this cause.”

The South Yorkshire branch of the Motor Neurone Disease Society can be contacted on 0114 265 3774 or by visiting: https://www.mndassociation.org/support-and-information/local-support/branches/south-yorkshire-branch/