Francis Douglas College fundraiser for Starlit Hope

Friday, July 3rd, 2015

The legacy of Gabby Devine lives on. The 13-year-old died in May from bone cancer and now Francis Douglas Memorial College is holding a major fundraiser to further her wish to help people in Taranaki Base Hospital’s children ward.

Last year Gabby started Starlit HOPE, a charity designed to give cheer to children in hospital and their families.

“Every year Francis Douglas leaders select a charity that they’re going to raise money for throughout the year,” head boy Louis Poole said. Continue reading

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