Leeds DJ runs Bank Holiday fundraiser with live set and prizes - raising thousands for NHS
A Leeds-based DJ has raised thousands for the NHS by hosting a virtual bank holiday fundraiser.
Rickie Hulstone, known as Rickie DH, performed a live set to thousands of people on Facebook and YouTube on Friday and Saturday night.
The live broadcasts started at 7pm and Rickie played well into the night as donations came pouring in, with one stream reaching 24,600 people.
Anyone who donated over £5 was entered into a live competition, with the chance to win some big prizes including a BMW for a week, a VIP backstage pass to Made in Leeds festival, tickets from Danny Bond, Tom Zanetti and a prize from Ibiza Rocks.
Rickie said: "It’s been a full time job for me and my girlfriend for the past 10 days, we’ve had a couple of almost sleepless nights working up to 20 hour days to organise the fundraiser.
"But it’s so worth it, it’s been one of the best things I’ve ever done.
"We had awesome feedback from NHS and keyworkers and an unbelievable amount of interaction."
The JustGiving fundraiser exceeded the target of £5,000, with a grand total of £5,481.10 raised to support NHS staff.
Rickie added: "People can re-watch the stream on my Facebook page and any further donations would be much appreciated.
"I'm so happy to have been able to help our heroes the NHS while making people dance!"
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