Fundraising campaign launched to support Buckinghamshire charities
Heart of Bucks was to support the groups that help the community
Buckinghamshire residents are being encouraged to support a new fundraiser for local organisations.
As England moves forward with the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, Heart of Bucks has launched its latest campaign ‘Love Bucks’.
Which is all about helping those in our local community who have been most affected by the pandemic.
HoB wanted to support the charities and community groups across Buckinghamshire that have done so much for local communities.
George Anson, High Sheriff of Buckinghamshire said:
“The Love Bucks campaign will help Buckinghamshire communities get the support they need to recover from the Covid-19 pandemic.
"It has been a tough time for all of us and this is the perfect opportunity to show that you Love Bucks.
"Please help transform your local communities and the lives of those who need your support the most.”
As the community foundation for Buckinghamshire, Heart of Bucks know the challenges faced in our towns and villages but also how generous and giving people throughout the county are.
Grants of up to £5,000 will be given out however even the smallest donation can help according to HoB, the following are examples of what can organisations can use donations for:
- £12 could enable one child with special needs and living in poor socio-economic conditions to go and watch a theatre performance.
- £50 could cover the cost of hiring a hall, enabling an isolated group to meet up and socialise.
- £100 could pay for a tablet to connect an elderly person in a care home with their relatives.
- £250 could provide a wheelchair-friendly picnic table for a community meeting space.
Henry Allmand, Chief Executive at Heart of Bucks said:
“This fundraising campaign provides the perfect opportunity for those who ‘Love Bucks’ to give something back – and for their donation to stay 100% local.
"The last year has been difficult for everyone but charities haven't been able to do their usual fundraising and so many are worried about staying open in the future.
"Any donation, whatever its size, will help make a difference to our local communities as they recover from the pandemic.”
A fundraising page has been set up for online donations, although if people want to hold fundraising events HoB say they would love to see the community come together for this campaign.
For those less confident in the digital world of fundraising, cheques can be made payable to ‘Heart of Bucks’ and sent to: Heart of Bucks ‘Love Bucks’, Sunley House (4th floor), Oxford Road, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP19 8FQ.