Toyota Surrey raises money for Japan
We all know someone that has been affected by the Tsunami and earthquakes in Japan. Toyota employees around the world have probably been the most affected. To show their support Toyota employees from their head office in Surrey have raised £4350 by completing a five kilometre run in aid of the Japan earthquake and tsunami appeal.
They were supported by top athletes and a used Toyota Avensis in North West. Noel Thatcher MBE, a Paralympics gold medallist and Tom Williams, marathon runner and presenter of Marathon Talk joined twelve members of staff for the sponsored run over Epsom Downs on 13th June 2011.
Noel is registered blind and has competed in six Paralympics Games winning five gold medals and setting a world record for the 1500 metres at the Barcelona Paralympics in 1992. Noel said, “It’s great to witness people from different walks of life united with one common interest – running – to support those affected by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan. Both Tom and I are touched by the dedication shown by the Toyota employees and the fantastic amount raised.”
A cheque from the funding was presented by Naoya Taniguchi, Chairman of Toyota (GB) PLC to the British Red Cross. Taniguchi took a moment to say, “We were delighted that Noel and Tom were able to visit us and take part in the run which saw staff raise money for this vital cause.”
The money raised by the Toyota employees and Noel will go towards providing first aid, emergency healthcare and helping people to rebuild their communities.
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