Macmillan Cancer Support in Nottinghamshire has thanked people in Mansfield and Ashfield who donated to the charity in 2016 after the loss of a loved one.

Stacey Smalley, Macmillan fundraising manager for Nottinghamshire, said: “Because of all the generous donations, we were able to award £173,178 in grants to families who were finding the cost of cancer high.

“I want to say a personal thank you to everyone who donated to Macmillan following the loss of a loved one last year, either through their local funeral director or directly to Macmillan. They all make a huge difference to people affected by cancer.

“I would like to say a special thank you to all the local funeral directors for helping people to donate to their chosen charities. We appreciate their help in assisting clients when they want to donate in memory to Macmillan.

The charity supports people in bereavement with relevant information and booklets, as well as face-to-face support.

Anyone with questions about cancer, self-help and support groups, benefits entitlements as a carer, or wanting to talk to someone should call the Macmillan Support Line on 0808 8080000 or go to www.macmillan.org.uk

If you would like to hold a fundraising event or get involved with a fundraising group or committee, contact Stacey on 07809 554963 or email [email protected]