Pictured above: Some members of Charity & Events Committee and Pinky winner

Ross-on-Wye based Muddy Boots Software has formed a new Charity and Events Committee to support local and national charities and societies. The first fundraiser was held on Friday 29th October, when the company supported the Breast Cancer Awareness 'Wear it Pink' day. £85 was raised by members of staff and Muddy Boots matched the amount; making a grand total of £170.

Muddy Boots' Unilever Account Manager, Anna Powell from Micheldean, was awarded the 'Muddy Boots Pinky Prize' for donning the pinkest costume on the day.  Anna won a box full of pink delights, including pink currant vodka, Prosecco, sweets, cookware and flowers. 

www.muddyboots.com, leaders in traceability and quality assurance for sustainable food and farming, has a strong commitment to the local area; "Herefordshire is very much part of Muddy Boots' heritage - not only are we keen to keep talented professionals in the rural area, but we are also passionate about supporting the local community," states Jonathan Evans, Managing Director of Muddy Boots Software.

In addition to the company's charity donation, the new committee, comprising of 6 members of staff, will be organising cake stalls, dress down days and other fundraising activities to raise as much money as possible.

"At a time when public spending is at its lowest, charities will always be the first to suffer. We therefore wanted to inject the fun into fundraising and ensure that we continue to offer our support to some valued organisations.  So far we have been delighted with the enthusiasm from members of staff, although we haven't organised any leg waxing or head shaving yet…!" concludes Emma Stockley from the Charity and Events Committee.