History of the Maxie
Richards Foundation.
The Maxie Richards Foundation was
launched by James Shields, Lord Provost of Glasgow, on
29thOctober 1994 at Carlston House, Great Western Road, Glasgow.
The Lord Provost gave the Foundation a grant from the City
Council and assured us that both he, and the Council,
congratulated Maxie on her work among addicted people in Glasgow
and wished the new Foundation every success.
Maxie was then presented with a
crystal rose bowl by Jim Docherty, on behalf of parents of
addicted people in Glasgow. She was also presented with a silver
quaich (Loving cup) by the members of the new Board. Suzi
Richards,Maxie's daughter, was presented with a silver tray to
mark the occasion and also to thank her for organising the event
with such flair, expertise and hard work. The Master of
ceremonies for the evening was Rory Scott, whose speech was
eloquent and witty. He thanked the Lord Provost for honouring us
with his presence and welcomed the 200 invited guests present.
He presented bouquets of flowers to Mrs Shields, Maxie and
Suzie.
The guests were then invited to a
splendid buffet dinner prepared by Suzi Richards and
friends. This was followed by a ceilidh. It was a most memorable
and happy occasion which was greatly enjoyed by all. We look
forward to the 10th Anniversary Event in October this year.
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