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Special Award for Mike Cowan

The Rotary Club of Doncaster

Club No. 18902   RIBI Club No. 49 –Charter granted 1922

 

Press Release

Special Award

The Rotary Club of Doncaster recognised the magnificent fundraising efforts of Honorary Member Mike Cowan at their 90th birthday celebration at the Mount Pleasant hotel on Saturday 25th February 2012 when Mike an already Paul Harris Award recipient was awarded a very rare Paul Harris Award , a three sapphire pin to add to his existing award

Mike for many years known locally as a raconteur and former Yorkshire fast bowler in the Fred Trumann era, MCC cap and renowned After Dinner speaker as well as a prolific cruise ship guest speaker was absolutely, well almost, speechless as President Ruth Gardener presented Mike with his sapphire award

This award is extremely rare and few exist in the UK. It recognises Mike’s seemingly tireless thirst for arranging and holding fundraising events that help local charities and individuals both within Rotary and in the community. He is not only big by stature but huge in his enthusiasm for helping those in need whilst having fun and commitment to raising thousands of pounds that the Club generously donate to groups and individuals

Well done Mike