Fundraising annual quiz’s total approaches £500,000

An annual fundraising quiz, backed by a number of Marketing Derby Bondholders, has raised almost £500,000 for an end-of-life charity.

Every October, The Derbyshire Brain Game sees hundreds of local business professionals come together for an evening of formal attire, fine food, challenging quiz rounds and networking – all with the aim of raising cash for Marie Curie.

Last year, the event, which took place at Derby County’s Pride Park Stadium, raised a staggering £66,042 for the charity.

The total amount raised by The Derbyshire Brain Game for Marie Curie now stands at almost £500,000.

The event is entirely organised by a committee of local business volunteers, including representatives from Bowmer and Kirkland, PKF Smith Cooper, Geldards and Clowes Developments, as well as individuals who have driven the event from its inception to the success it has become today.

Marie Curie supports people with any illness they are likely to die from including Alzheimer’s (and other forms of dementia), heart, liver, kidney and lung disease, motor neurone disease, Parkinson’s, and advanced cancer.

The charity provides expert care and support in people’s homes, in its hospices and over the phone via its free information and support helpline which is there for anyone who is affected by dying, death and bereavement.

In a statement, the Derbyshire Brain Game committee said: “The event provides the ideal opportunity for local companies to bring together staff, clients and suppliers to test their knowledge on a wide range of subjects and raise vital funds for a worthy cause.

“The Derbyshire Brain Game would not be the success it is without the generosity and support from the local business community.

“A special mention must go to Bowmer and Kirkland for their considerable sponsorship over the years.

“The Derbyshire Brain Game looks forward to welcoming their new headline sponsor for 2025, with more information to be announced in due course.”

For more information about The Derbyshire Brain Game or to secure a table at the next event on Thursday 9 October at Pride Park Stadium e-mail derbyshirebraingame@gmail.com.