Thursday, June 09, 2011

Community Honour For Carra

Jamie Carragher was honoured for his outstanding charity work in the city by being named Philanthropist of the Year at a glittering ceremony last night.

The Liverpool vice-captain was recognized in the Spirit of Merseyside Awards hosted by the Community Foundation for Merseyside at the Philharmonic Hall.

Cathy Elliott, of the Community Foundation, said: "In difficult economic times, this evening has proven that our communities are strong and that philanthropy is thriving in Merseyside."

Carragher is the epitome of what supporters love to see on the pitch - a local lad who knows just how much Liverpool Football Club means to the people who pay to watch games.

The proud Bootle boy decided, as a way of saying thank-you to the people of Merseyside and all Liverpool supporters, to set up the '23 Foundation' to help give local kids a chance.

The 23 Foundation has helped many local charities in Liverpool and continues to go from strength to strength.

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