Riverman Appeal
Glasgow Orchestral Society Concert conducted by Marco Romano, 17th June-
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The world’s first practical life-saving charity and one of Scotland’s oldest charities – the Glasgow Humane Society – celebrates its 221st birthday with the launch of a public appeal in George Square, Glasgow on Tuesday (16th August).
The “Riverman Appeal” aims to raise £100,000 from the public and local businesses to purchase a new patrol lifeboat and support vehicle and new life-saving equipment to continue its vital work on the River Clyde and the city’s waterways.
The Glasgow Humane Society was set up in 1790 with a £200 legacy from local merchant James Coulter for the “prevention, rescue and recovery” of people on the Clyde and the city’s waterways.
What do we do?
We prevent accidents
We give safety advice to Councils, developers and individuals
We keep watching briefs on river and riverbank users
We give total or additional safety cover at events
We have a Lifeguard Corp
We provide training and run courses internal and external
We have developed a network of public helping to make a safer waterway environment
Volunteers Welcomed
If you would like to volunteer your time to the Glasgow Humane Society, or you think you have a skill which you think would complement the Charity you can contact us using the following link.
Who benefits?
The people who use the river for sporting and recreational purposes, which includes 14 rowing clubs, canoeists and The Rutherglen Cruising Club who make daily use of the River. Commuters, members of the public and tourists who visit along the river bank and walkway. Assistance is also given to the other emergency services.
Thinking about Presents?
Why not buy a copy of George's Book directly from the charity - cost £6 plus p&p. You can even visit Glasgow Green and get it personally signed.
If you fancy some Art then why not have a look at some of George's artwork (follow the link here or click on Riverman Art in the menu) - 50% of all art sales profit go directly to the charity.