Catherine Gurney | |
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.jpg) Catherine Gurney, during World War I | |
| Born | 19 June 1848 Lavender Hill, Battersea, England |
| Died | 11 August 1930 (aged 82) |
| Nationality | British |
| Known for | temperance; establishment of police convalescent homes, orphanages, schools |
| Relatives | Gurney family |
| Awards | OBE |
| Website | Official website |
Catherine Gurney OBE (19 June 1848 – 11 August 1930) was a British activist in the temperance movement, and is remembered for her work in establishing police convalescent homes, orphanages and schools, including St George's House, in Harrogate.[1] The Gurney Fund is a registered charity founded by Gurney of which HM the Queen is a patron.[2]
- ^ "About Us". Christian Police Fellowship. Retrieved 27 August 2018.
- ^ "The Gurney Fund – The Fund exists to provide support relating to education and development for the children of police officers, from subscribing forces, where a parent has died or retired on ill health grounds". www.gurneyfund.org. Retrieved 27 August 2018.