She has done some incredible work
A teenager who gave up brithday presents to help buy a coat for a horse has been recognised with an award. Olivia Waddley has dedicated hundreds of hours volunteering and raising money for charities and animals.
“I used to come to the farm a lot when I was younger as my mum brought me, so I’d always wanted to work here even from a young age. On a day-to-day basis I help look after the animals, help muck them out, feed them, go around the paddocks and make sure they are okay but also carry out health checks on the smaller animals.
She added: “I started fundraising because I know people need help and it makes me feel better that I’m helping people who need help so that they’re okay. I mainly raise money for Stonebridge as I know they struggle a lot in the winter so I thought I would raise some money to help them get through the colder months.
The awards were launched as part of Nottinghamshire Police ’s Stephen Lawrence Day celebrations and aim to recognise young people all across Nottinghamshire for their amazing talents, achievements, being inspirational, and overcoming any adversity in their life. Stonebridge’s Weekend Operation Manager Josh Herring explained how valuable Olivia is to the team of volunteers who work at the farm and how her fundraising has helped keep a pony warm throughout the winter months.
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