Hannah Ingram-Moore, the daughter of the late Captain Sir Tom Moore, has finally broken her silence after a recent report revealed that her family had made over a million pounds in donations following her father’s incredible fundraising efforts. In an exclusive interview with our publication, Hannah shared her thoughts on the report and how her family plans to use the money to continue her father’s legacy.
It has been a whirlwind year for the Ingram-Moore family, with the world being captivated by the inspiring story of Captain Sir Tom Moore. At the age of 99, he set out to walk 100 laps of his garden to raise money for the National Health Service (NHS) during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Little did he know that his humble goal of raising £1,000 would capture the hearts of millions and result in a staggering £32 million in donations.
However, with the success of the fundraising campaign came scrutiny and questions about how the money would be used. In a recent report, it was revealed that the Ingram-Moore family had made over a million pounds from the donations, leading to some criticism and accusations of profiting from the pandemic. But Hannah is quick to set the record straight.
In our interview, Hannah shared that the family had always been transparent about their intentions with the money. “From the very beginning, my father and our family made it clear that all the money raised would go towards supporting the NHS and other charities close to our hearts,” she said. “We have never hidden the fact that we would also use a portion of the funds to set up a foundation in my father’s name to continue his charitable work.”
Hannah also addressed the accusations of profiting from the pandemic, stating that it was never their intention to do so. “My father’s goal was to raise money for the NHS, and that is exactly what he did. The fact that we have been able to use some of the funds to set up a foundation and continue his legacy is a bonus, but it was never our main motivation,” she explained.
The report also revealed that the Ingram-Moore family had received support from various companies and individuals, including free flights and a luxury holiday. However, Hannah emphasized that these were all donations and gifts given out of goodwill and not solicited by the family. “We are incredibly grateful for the support we have received, but we have never asked for anything. These companies and individuals reached out to us because they were touched by my father’s story and wanted to show their support in any way they could,” she clarified.
Despite the criticism, Hannah remains positive and focused on continuing her father’s legacy. She shared that the Captain Tom Foundation, set up in her father’s name, will support causes that were close to his heart, including the NHS, mental health, and education. “My father always believed in the power of kindness and giving back to those in need. Through the foundation, we hope to continue his mission and make a positive impact in the world,” she said.
Hannah also expressed her gratitude to the public for their overwhelming support and generosity. “My family and I are truly humbled by the outpouring of love and support we have received. We never could have imagined the impact my father’s fundraising efforts would have, and we are forever grateful to everyone who has donated and shared his story,” she said.
In conclusion, Hannah Ingram-Moore has spoken out for the first time since the report on her family’s donations was released. She has addressed the criticisms and clarified the family’s intentions with the funds raised. With the establishment of the Captain Tom Foundation, the Ingram-Moore family is determined to continue Captain Sir Tom Moore’s legacy of kindness and generosity. Let us all be inspired by his story and continue to spread love and positivity in the world.
