Published Date:
18 June 2009
MULTIMILLIONAIRE Sir Tom Farmer has pledged £5,000 to a city high school – if it can raise the same amount.
Sir Tom, the founder of Kwik-Fit, offered the cash to Drummond Community High School to go to a project or charity of their choice.
The announcement came as he presented awards to pupils at the school's prize-giving.
He gave an inspirational speech to pupils, telling them to follow their dreams and get everything they want from life.
His cash pledge has come as a surprise to the school, and they have accepted the challenge to raise £5,000.
Headteacher Jon Reid said: "We didn't know he was going to say that so we were taken aback. We are absolutely up for it – what a terrific challenge and what a way to inspire and motivate kids.
"We will take an unusual approach to fundraising and do something entrepreneurial and use Sir Tom as a role model."
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Last Updated:
18 June 2009 11:12 AM
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Source:
Edinburgh Evening News
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Location:
Edinburgh
