Recently Elaine Wood, a director at Apogee International Vending Consultancy, started a project on behalf of the Chrysalis School for Autism in Codecote. Vending Machine Industry Suppliers and customers, along with local businesses, including Rushden & Diamonds were asked to help this cause as the school is looking to relocate and needs funds.

The appeal raised £1000 in cheques, plus another £2500 worth of 'auction prizes' for the London City Charity Ball. The Prizes included weekend stays at top hotels, Champagne, Porsche Branded goods, restaurant meals, and of course a signed Rushden & Diamonds ball.

Apogee's Managing Director David Wood said, "It's great to see the Industry rallying round, and for that, we thank them"

Rachel Roberts, Commercial Manager at Rushden & Diamonds said "I'm sure people appreciate, we get many requests for donations from charities and good causes and are unable to fulfil them all. However we do try our best, and it is nice to receive requests from long standing fans"

Elaine Wood hands over the signed ball to Anna Wood