A Grangetown jazz band is hoping to beat competition for readers’ tokens in this year’s Wish campaign.
Formed in 1984, the Royal Sapphires is a non-profit marching jazz band charity.
With over 40 members ranging from the age of five up to adults, the band is one of the largest in the Teesside area.
The Royal Sapphires are marching members of the Cleveland and District Association and compete against other member bands every Sunday.
During their regular meetings, everyone in the group learns how to play musiclal instruments as well as meeting new friends as they travel across the North-east.
Last year, the jazz band used their Wish support to help with travelling expenses.
With regards to this year’s campaign, Margaret Kennett of the group, said: “We intend to put this year’s Wish money towards new uniforms and travelling expenses for competitions.”
Every year, The Gazette’s Wish campaign gives away thousands of pounds to not-for-profit groups organisations benefiting the Teesside community.
Each registered group will be guaranteed a share of our £40,000 fund.
The more tokens a group collects, the bigger its share of the prize pot.
Tokens are now appearing daily in The Gazette.
The last token will appear on January 21.
Submissions for tokens will close at 5pm on Monday, February 23.
To help the Royal Sapphires, send your tokens to: 19 Bridgend Close, Grangetown, Middlesbrough, TS6 7PD.
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