Automotive industry charity Ben is gearing up for the festive period by asking those working in the industry to get involved in two fundraising initiatives, with the proceeds going towards helping those in need.
The charity will be running a Christmas Jumper Day this December and has also released its new Christmas card collection to raise funds to provide support for people across the automotive industry and their families.
This winter, there will be many more people worried about keeping the roof over their heads and heat in their homes, as well as putting food on the table. By taking part in Christmas Jumper Day and buying Ben’s Christmas cards, the automotive industry can come together to help those struggling, and bring smiles at Christmas.
“We are still seeing record numbers of people turning to Ben in desperation because they cannot afford the basics,” commented Matt Wigginton, Director of Partnerships, Engagement & Income. “It is still really tough out there and many people in our automotive family urgently need us. Together, we can make a life-changing, often life-saving, difference to the lives of our automotive family so please get involved today.”
Christmas Jumper Day
Ben is calling for the automotive community to get involved with its Christmas Jumper Day fundraiser which will take place on 13th December. However, if unable to, the day can be celebrated at any time in the month.
To take part, participants simply sign up, share the date with colleagues/friends and wear their best (or worst) Christmas jumper on the day.
Christmas Jumper Day is the ideal opportunity to get colleagues together in the workplace to have some festive fun and raise funds by donating £3 per person, the cost of a coffee.
Christmas cards can help
This year, Ben is celebrating 35 years of Christmas cards designed by renowned motoring artist, Richard Wheatland, and is marking this special milestone by selling Richard’s first three card designs from 1989, 1990 and 1991 – now considered vintage.
The charity states there is also a stunning new automotive design for this year’s card so there is plenty to appeal to avid Wheatland collectors and new buyers alike.
“We hope our whole automotive family will get involved in Ben’s festivities this year,” added Wigginton. “Christmas Jumper Day is such an easy one to get involved in and will help your company get into the festive spirit, you could even give away prizes for the best (and worst!) Christmas jumpers and raffle a Ben bear too. You can now also buy your Ben Christmas cards with a new and very special design by Richard Wheatland for 2024.”
Support when you need it
Ben also wants to ensure automotive people know they can turn to Ben if they need support.
The charity is there for the industry this winter. So, if you work, or have worked, in the automotive industry they urge you to get in touch now if you are at breaking point via their free and confidential helpline.
Do not suffer in silence, contact 08081 311 333 or use the webchat at www.ben.org.uk. You can also access Ben’s out of hours text support line by texting BEN to 85258.
