Whilst being apart of or supporting many events during 2009 our main event project for 2009 was 'Raise the Roof' for Richard House Children's Hospice of whom we have supported for a number of years now. After 5 months of planning, a successful evening was launched on the 12th September 2009 that led to us presenting Richard House Children's Hospice a cheque for £3'362.83 which will help pay for team uniforms for a year.

A Cheque for £3'362.83 was presented to Richard House Childrens Hospice which will help pay for all the Care Team uniforms for one year

Sean Rumsey and Anthony Whitehead holding the Certificate issued by Richard House to Wiskin PR

Working with charity is not only about raising money but about raising awareness to and 'Raise the Roof' achieved both of those objectives along with delivering a memorable night for not only our guests but for a select few of the young adults of the hospice that had a table sponsored so they could attend and be involved too. The evening consisted of a Champagne drinks reception kindly sponsored by Shepherd Neame and Fairhills Wine, A 3 course Indian Themed Meal,  Spectacular Entertainment with a diverse line up of talent all under one roof and a Raffle draw with some fantastic prizes from Ballooning over the Kent Countryside, A Weekend in a luxury London Docklands Apartment as well as a stay in a top hotel for a weekend break. Topped off with the auction of a fully signed Arsenal Football Team Football with certificate of authentication as well as networking opportunities.

Raise the Roof was a concept to raise awareness and money for Richard House by showcasing the industries leading lookalikes, tributes & entertainers all of who donated their talent and time for free. We have had great pleasure in working with Richard House for a number of years and our own exclusively managed Anthony Whitehead is an official ambassador for the charity.

Richard House support and care for children from London who, sadly are not expected to reach adulthood. They either have a life limiting condition or have complex health care issues. At Richard House they believe in providing positive experiences today, which they hope will become positive memories for the future, This means that they make every second count, by providing a fun and inspiring atmosphere for the children, as well as providing support and bereavement services for their families.

Harry from Richard House being interviewed by Ashley Hames

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Wiskin|PR would like to express special thanks to:

Impression Events Venue:

Ansar & Habib from Impression Events Venue who kindly offered their beautiful venue for free and have supported Raise the Roof from day one, even raising money for Richard House during a community fun day.

Performing Acts:

Shad Ellis (Will Smith Tribute), Kimberley Dayle (Britney Spears Tribute), Anthony Whitehead (Justin Timberlake Tribute) Sean Rumsey (Solo Act - XFactor 2007), Johnny Wright, Neil Painter & Dave Stanton (Frixion)

Dancers (2Fierce):

(Choreography by) Dane Bates & Ryan-Lee Seager

(Dancers) Emma Scott, Charlotte O’Neill, Zoe Nichols, Rachel Chapman

Filming:

Ashley Hames (Presenter) - Ashley kindly gave his time for free to interview all the acts and a young adult from Richard House.

Liam & Matt (Camera's)

Host:

Suzie Kennedy (Marilyn Monroe)

Supporting lookalikes:

Caroline Bernstein (Sharon Osbourne), Deanne Keanne (Dianna Ross)

Event Photographers:

Emma Graham & Mark Cavill

DJ’s & Tech Sound Support:

Mark (DJ Marky Mark), Perry (DJ Pugz) from Music Hedz & Matt (Envy Entertainments)

Richard House:

Manjeet & Richard House Staff

ALL of the above dedicated their time (before and during the event), equipment and services totally free of charge