West Ham Abbey Lodge paid a visit to one of their perennial non-masonic charities on Wednesday 9th January 2008 to present a cheque for £1,000 from the Master's List for 2006/07.  The Lodge was represented by W.Bro.Daniel Field who was Master in 2006/07. The cheque was presented to Community Fundraising Manager - Viv Talbot. (pictured)

Viv was kind enough to show us round the hospice giving us a guided tour of its facilities and highlighted the ethos and philosophy of those that work at and receive care from what really is one of the most humbling places one can visit.

The hospice provides care and support on so many levels for children with life limiting illnesses that the task seems massive.

The funds donated will contribute towards the £2.8million a year needed in order to provide this unique and essential service.  Richard House has to date received over £34,000 from masonic Lodges this year.  Long may that support continue.    Visit www.richardhouse.org.uk