Leek United Building Society has launched a campaign to raise £60,000 for three local charities whose funding has been hit by the coronavirus outbreak.
The Society is asking for donations from its staff and members of the public and will match every pound donated up to a maximum donation from the Society of £30,000.
All funds raised will be split equally between Home-Start Staffordshire Moorlands, Treetops Hospice, Derbyshire and East Cheshire Hospice, Cheshire.
Like many charities across the UK, their fundraising activities have been affected by the recently introduced lockdown and social distancing measures put in place to help keep everyone safe.
Andrew Healy, Leek United Building Society’s chief executive, said:
“As a mutual organisation, one of our core values is to give back to the communities we serve, especially during difficult times.
“These charities do an amazing job but they face a challenge at the present time because many of the
fundraising events they rely on for income have been cancelled. We want to help and we hope members of the public will support our fundraising campaign so that these charities can continue to provide vital
services.”
“Over this period, normal fundraising activities have been suspended to protect public health. Support from Leek United’s wonderful staff and customers would be hugely appreciated at this time to help maintain our service and the support we’re able to offer both now and in the longer term. In the current situation, people may find it easiest to donate online using their banking app or to send a cheque to Leek United”.
Donations of any amount will be greatly appreciated and can be made online using internet banking or by posting a cheque to Charity Support, Leek United Building Society, 50 St. Edward Street, ST13 5DL or to your local Leek United branch. Cheques should be made payable to Leek United Building Society - Charity Support. Further details can be found at leekunited.co.uk.
ENDS
Fundraising for the three charities will run until 31 May 2020. As at 1 June 2020, the total amount raised from staff and members of the public, will be matched pound for pound up to a maximum donation from the Society of £30,000. For example; if £30,000 is donated by staff and the general public, Leek United will donate £30,000 bringing the overall total amount raised to £60,000. The total monies raised will be donated equally between the three charities. Leek United will communicate the total amount raised no later than 12 June 2020 through the issue of a press release, on its website and social channels.
Home-Start Staffordshire Moorlands
A charity that offers support, friendship and practical help to parents with young children in the Staffordshire Moorlands' District.
To help give children the best possible start in life, Home-Start supports parents as they grow in confidence, strengthen their relationships with their children and widen their links with the local community.
Treetops
Treetops Hospice Care provides nursing care and emotional support for anyone affected by a life-limiting illness or bereavement in Derby, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Treetops supports people with illnesses such as cancer, motor neurone disease and multiple sclerosis. It also supports their carers and families. All services are provided free of charge.
East Cheshire Hospice
Since 1988, East Cheshire Hospice has been caring for people suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They put patients, their carers and families at the centre of everything they do, providing expert medical treatment together with holistic care for all. They aim to improve overall quality of life with practical assistance, emotional and spiritual support. Their services are provided free of charge to those who need them.
For further information, please contact: Lisa Buckley, Head of Marketing, Leek United, on 01538 384151 or Mark Lester / Chris Marritt at Citypress on 0161 235 0300.
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For more information on Leek United Building Society please call 01538 384151
or visit leekunited.co.uk
Notes to Editor:
About Leek United Building Society:
Established 1863
Registered Principal Office:
Customer Service Centre
50 St. Edward Street, Leek, Staffs. ST13 5DL
Telephone: 01538 384151
Fax: 01538 399179
Email: marketing@leekunited.co.uk
Internet: www.leekunited.co.uk
Registered Number: 323B
Known as ‘the friendlier face of finance’, Leek United is the 15th largest building society in the UK.
The Society operates 12 branches across Cheshire, Derbyshire, Shropshire and Staffordshire, and two agencies in Derbyshire and Staffordshire.
It employs approximately 200 staff.
A Member of the Building Societies Association.
Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and PRA.
Registered No: 100014.