Bushvalley Primary School has raised an outstanding £10,000 for charity in memory of three cherished members of the school community.

The school held a colour run in memory of Shelley Feeney, Jayne Kane, and Courtney Kelly raising a massive £10,000 to be split equally between Air Ambulance NI and the Macmillan Cancer Unit at Laurel House, Antrim – two charities that hold a special place in the hearts of students, staff, and families.

The Colour Run saw an outpouring of support as students, staff, and the wider community came together in a joyful celebration in memory of beloved members of their community.

Air Ambulance NI joined the school to deliver an engaging educational talk, enlightening pupils about the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) which delivers emergency pre-hospital care across Northern Ireland.

Air Ambulance Volunteer and Area Fundraising Manager Katrina Hughes are presented with a cheque from students of Bushvalley Primary School.

placeholder image — Air Ambulance Volunteer and Area Fundraising Manager Katrina Hughes are presented with a cheque from students of Bushvalley Primary School.

The event culminated in a cheque presentation, recognising Bushvalley’s incredible contribution to sustaining this essential service.

Principal Mrs Caroline Irwin expressed her gratitude: “As a school, we were overwhelmed by the support for this event and the generous donations, which amounted to an amazing total of £10,000.

"This money was split between the Air Ambulance and Macmillan Cancer Unit, Laurel House, Antrim. We were delighted to present this money to both these charities to help provide funds to the amazing work that they do to help others.”

Katrina Hughes, Area Fundraising Manager for Air Ambulance NI, added: “We are incredibly grateful to Bushvalley School for their phenomenal support. Fundraisers like the Colour Run not only help keep our helicopter in the air but also inspire hope and unity within the community."