Mark is the Deputy Chief Executive of Age UK County Durham - and he quickly explained that, contrary to the understanding of many people, this is not a "branch" of national Age UK but a local autonomous charity.
Mark explained the background to the establishment of the charity (as recently as 1974) with its mission
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This committee conducts all the Club’s administrative activities and provides the framework that enables the Club to function effectively whilst promoting fellowship.
moreThe main aim of this committee is to plan and carry out educational, humanitarian, vocational and youth projects that address the needs of the local community. [now includes fundraising]
moreThe main aim of this committee is to develop and implement educational, humanitarian, vocational and youth projects that address the needs of communities in other countries.
moreThe main aim of this committee is to develop and implement a strategic plan for fund-raising with the overarching aim that fund-raising should promote fellowship and community service
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