Manx teen raising funds for Guide Dog UK

Katie Jacobs also wants to name a pup

A teenager on the Isle of Man will host a tea party fundraiser tomorrow (13 April) in aid of Guide Dogs UK.

Katie Jacobs told Manx Radio there are almost two million people in the UK with sight loss and having a dog as support, will have a significant impact on their daily lives.

She's also trying to raise £2,500 to name a guide dog puppy. 

It's not the first time the 14-year-old has sponsored a dog her passion started when she was 10:

The event takes place from 10am-12pm on Saturday (13 April) at Sight Matters in Onchan. 

You can also find a link to Katie's fundraising page here.

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