DAVE Boulton has gone above and beyond in supporting local charities, raising a remarkable £14,010 for Children’s Hospice South West (CHSW) during his tenure as Saltford Golf Club captain for 2025.
The funds were raised through a wide variety of events, and CHSW’s care team were delighted to welcome Dave and his wife June for a cheque presentation on their second visit to the hospice.
The £14,000 raised could help pay for a week of end-of-life care for a family at one of the hospices, providing vital support during an incredibly difficult time.
Dave said: “I am extremely proud and pleased to have raised this incredible amount for CHSW. I wish to thank all the members, sponsors and individuals that generously supported this cause. What an amazing achievement – thank you for your support.”
As well as fundraising, Dave has supported CHSW’s Young Ambassador programme at Wellsway School. He introduced the local area fundraiser, Heidi Roberts, to the school, where year 12 students participate in interviews, receive feedback, and take part in training sessions on presentation skills and event organisation.
Heidi said: “It was so great to have David interviewing with me as he has a wealth of experience from his career as a project manager and has connections with the school.
“Dave thoroughly enjoyed listening to the students sharing their team-working skills from all their extracurricular activities, from music to basketball and playing football for the local Fry’s football club.”
The Young Ambassadors were due to present their projects to a Dragons Den-style panel of local businesses, with Dave continuing to offer his support.
Heidi added: “CHSW cannot thank Dave enough for his support in so many different ways. He is really making a difference and helping us create precious memories for our families.”
Dave also supports the Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) charity, which carries out heart screening events at Wellsway School in memory of Dave and June’s son Jack Boulton, who was a Wellsway pupil.
If you would like to support CHSW by volunteering your time, expertise, or through fundraising, please contact local area fundraiser Heidi Roberts at Heidi.Roberts@CHSW.org.uk
Pictured, Dave and June Boulton alongside Heidi Roberts and members of the care team at the CHSW facility at Charlton Farm
Hospice thanks Saltford golf captain Dave
