Last week we said goodbye and thank-you to the wonderful staff and customers of Sainsbury’s Friar Street as our time with them as their charity of the year for 2015 / 2016 had come to an end. Support U was the first LGBT charity that Sainsbury’s has supported through their charity of the year scheme, making it a landmark occasion for both organisations.
Throughout the year the staff had organised various fundraising events, which included charity pot collections, public murals, bike-a-thon and Christmas trolley tombola amongst others making it a busy 12 months for all those involved. Across the year the store raised £2,688.00 which also includes that which was raised through the new 5p carrier bag charge.
Whilst being Charity of the Year it has been a great opportunity to try and increase the awareness of the charity to member of the public. We also used the platform as a chance to promote and educate the staff and customers of Sainsbury’s about LGBT related issues in the hope of changing attitudes and perceptions.
“We can’t thank the customers and staff of Sainsbury’s enough for their support over the last 12 months and the chance to be in store as part of the charity of the year scheme.” Nick Musson, Engagement Manager
If you would like to nominate Support U for any other Charity of the Year schemes and need any support with these please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.