Public donations keep charities running

Thursday 07 May 2020

Guernsey charities can now apply for funding from the Covid-19 Community Charity Appeal.

It has raised more than £134,000 so far, to be split between voluntary organisations which are supporting the community through the corona virus crisis.

Its first priority will be funding new schemes proposed by charities to help those in need while restrictions are still in place.

The second priority will be to fund charities which are already carrying out essential services and are struggling to fundraise because of the pandemic.

“We’re very grateful for the donations we’ve received, and of course we’d love to see more," said Chair of the Social Investment Fund, Jurat Stephen Jones.

Pictured: Jurat Stephen Jones with His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor.

"The voluntary sector plays an essential role in our community even in normal times. We want to help ensure charities keep doing that, and that they can help to address the even greater challenges our Bailiwick now faces because of the coronavirus crisis.

"I know we will have difficult choices to make in determining where grants are awarded, but the more money we receive, the more often we can say ‘yes’.”

Donations can be made directly via bank transfer to:

Social Investment Fund
60-09-20
70956421

Alternatively, money can be sent through giving.gg or by calling 721239 between 08:30 and 15:00 on working days.

For more information on how charities can  apply for funding, click HERE.