Warwick Academy donated funds from its grub day to those devastated by Hurricane Irma.

Jane Vickers, director of development at the school, said: “Here in Bermuda we are so aware of the damage hurricanes can cause and we are very grateful that here in Bermuda we have been spared this year.

“Our students came dressed in grub clothes and made a donation to the Red Cross where the Bermuda Government has promised to match up to $25,000. Big thanks to our families for helping.”

Other Hurricane Irma fundraising events for the Red Cross appeal include:

• Happy Hour at Gosling’s Wine Cellar on Friday, September 22, from 6pm to 9pm.

Price $60 including drinks and nibbles. Auction prizes. Call 236-8253 for tickets.

• Cooper’s Cares Relief Fundraiser. Donate at A.S. Cooper’s, Astwood Dickinson or Vineyard Vines before Sunday, September 17, and the A.S. Cooper Group will match the funding and pass it on to the Red Cross.