Bolton best friends host charity night for Destitute Animals Shelter

Ellie Gilligan, 22, and Ella Rand, 21, have organised the event to raise funds for the shelter on Northolt, which cares for lost, stray and abandoned dogs and cats.

Ella, who works as a dog walker and trainer, recently lost her own rescue dog and wanted to give something back to a charity close to her heart.

Teaming up with Ellie, a paramedic in training at the University of Greater Manchester, the pair began planning what will be their first ever charity event.

Despite having no previous experience of organising a fundraiser, they have already been overwhelmed by the support from local businesses and residents.

Ellie said: “We’re putting on a big raffle and we’ve had over 50 companies donate prizes to us, which is amazing.

“We’re also doing bingo and a DJ has kindly offered to do the whole night for free.

“We just want to raise as much money as possible for the shelter.”

The event will take place on March 7 at the Victory Reform Club, off Chorley Old Road.

Tickets are priced at £3 on the door, with guests receiving a wristband on entry.

Ellie and Ella said every penny raised on the night will go directly to the Destitute Animals Shelter.

The Bolton charity ensures all animals in its care are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped before being rehomed.

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