A donation of £5,368 has been split equally between two local charities, using funds that were raised at the latest Doncaster Business Awards ceremony.
It is an annual tradition for the President of Doncaster Chamber (who organise the Business Awards) to personally select which organisations will benefit from the proceeds here. This time around, the RSPCA Doncaster Rotherham & District Branch and the People Focused Group (PFG) were identified as worthy causes.
Explaining why he selected these particular charities, Andy Morley, President of Doncaster Chamber, said: “It’s no secret that times are tough at the moment, and the two organisations that I’ve chosen offer steadfast support where it is needed most.
“The People Focused Group are always there for vulnerable members of our society, ensuring that they have a friendly face and someone to lean on when things become too much. I first came across the charity a few years ago, when I was judging the business awards, and I was blown away by the fantastic service they provide. They really do deserve all the help that we can give them.
“Meanwhile, animals are often forgotten victims in times of economic hardship, with many of them losing their homes, getting neglected or suffering abuse. What’s more, they are unable to ask for our help. That is why I believe the efforts of the RSPCA are more important than ever right now, and it is a privilege to be able to support them with this donation. I hope that the money makes a real difference.”
