Benefact Group launches £240,000 festive fund for charities with residents urged to nominate worthy causes
The donations are part of a Christmas campaign
More than two hundred charities will benefit from a festive financial boost, with residents encouraged to nominate worthy causes that deserve a donation.
As part of the Benefact Group Movement for Good Awards, £240,000 will be donated as part of its annual 12 days of giving Christmas campaign.
The specialist financial services group will give £1,000 to twenty charities each day and Hampshire residents are now being encouraged to nominate a cause they care about to give them a chance of receiving a share of the award money.
Last year, Portsmouth's Tall Ships Youth Trust and Winchester Action on Climate, were both recipients of £1,000 in the draw.
Mark Hews, group chief executive of Benefact Group, said: “We’re delighted to be launching our 12 Days of Giving campaign again this year, giving away £240,000 in donations to causes nationwide. We know how much charities need support, particularly during the festive season, so we’re asking the people of Hampshire to take a few minutes to nominate a cause that is particularly close to their hearts.
"We know that £1,000 can have a huge impact on incredible work that charities do and we’re looking forward to seeing how this financial boost will change lives for the better. Owned by a charity ourselves, Benefact Group donates all its available profits to good causes, which means that more the Group grows, the more it can give.”
Draws will take place every weekday between December 1 and December 16 and winners will be drawn at random.