Bishop Grosseteste University's favourite furry friend has been raising money for charity, by launching his own calendar.
A local university campus cat has raised £525 for a much-loved local charity, by launching his own calendar.
Johnty, Bishop Grosseteste University’s famous mascot, posed up a storm for his 2023 calendar. The feline philanthropist is a familiar furry face to students, staff, and campus visitors and boasts a significant online following via his Facebook page. His main role on campus is providing a calming influence to support students in their studies.
On sale since October, the calendar includes twelve photos of the mascot-turned-model and has proven popular with the BGU community.
Johnty's adopted owner, Vice-Chancellor of BGU, Professor Peter Neil said:
“The staff in IT who enjoy his company in the office were very keen to do something for charity and, together with our reprographics department, have designed a unique calendar which shows Johnty off at his mischievous best.
“I am delighted this money has been raised by staff and students for this important local feline charity.”
![Johnty Calender](https://s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/bishopg.ac.uk/transforms/banners/_smallPortrait/MicrosoftTeams-image-36_2022-12-15-141231_gpup.png)
The cheque for more than £525 was presented to Lincoln Cat Care Trustee Liz Thomson by Vice-Chancellor Peter Neil and Ian Ferguson from IT at BGU, Johnty’s personal photographer for the calendar.
Established in 2004 by a group of cat lovers, Lincoln Cat Care relies on donations to rehome strays, cover vet bills, and provide emergency care to felines in need.
Liz said: “We currently have around 100 cats and caring for them can be expensive, so this donation is so appreciated.
“Thank you to everyone who bought Johnty’s calendar. Your donation will help a lot of cats.”
There are still calendars available for purchase. Please contact johntyuniversitycat@gmail.com to order yours for £3.50.
All proceeds will continue to be donated to Lincoln Cat Care.
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