David Stanning, who took over from Ian as senior partner nearly 3 years ago, said:
"Ian's support for the local community, for local businesses and, above all for local charities, was unstinting. He really valued the help and guidance that the team at the Curzon Centre provides for local youngsters and he recognised the importance of giving everyone the chances and opportunities to do well. We hope that by making this bursary in his name, we will be carrying on the spirit for which he was so much admired."
The first bursary cheque for £1000 was presented to The Rt. Hon The Earl Howe, president of the Curzon Centre, named after his family, who have lived and farmed in Buckinghamshire for generations. The Rt. Hon The Earl Howe said:
"I am delighted to be able to collect such a generous cheque on behalf of the Curzon Centre. It does a tremendous job in helping and encouraging young people towards a brighter and more fulfilling future and this donation will help make a real difference. It is also a very fitting way to pay tribute to the work that Ian Johnson did at the centre. His enthusiasm and input are greatly missed and we look forward to seeing the projects that Street Dreams will be taking forward in his memory."
LtR: The Rt. Hon The Earl Howe and David Stanning
LtR: The Rt. Hon The Earl Howe and David Stanning
