Bendigo Bombers' AFL partner Essendon yesterday donated $50,000 to the Bushfire Appeal to assist those affected in Bendigo's western region.
Essendon managing director and CEO Peter Jackson announced the donation prior to the Bendigo Bombers and BFL All-Stars clash at Queen Elizabeth Oval yesterday.
"Hundreds of people were directly affected by Bendigo's fire front and Essendon simply wants to help because we feel we are part of this community," he said.
"The local community has provided so much support to Essendon and the Bendigo Bombers and it's important that we give some support back during this time of need.
"We have held a number of fund raising activities and many people at the club have worked hard to raise this money and we hope it will help."
Last Modified on 10/03/2009 12:25