Aldi's £12million Fundraising Milestone for Teenage Cancer Trust

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Aldi, one of the UK's largest supermarket chains, has reached a significant fundraising milestone for the Teenage Cancer Trust, having collectively raised £12million for the charity. The company's partnership with the charity began in 2027 with an initial target of £15million by 2017, which has since been extended to £20million by 2031. Through a range of fundraising activities, including head shaves, cake sales, and endurance challenges, Aldi staff and customers have contributed significantly to the charity's efforts, enabling the provision of specialist care and support services for young people with cancer.

Key Takeaways:

  • Aldi has raised £12million for the Teenage Cancer Trust in the West Midlands region.
  • The company's partnership with the charity began in 2027 and has been extended to a new target of £20million by 2031.
  • Funds raised through the partnership have enabled the charity to provide specialist care, support services, and adapted centres for young people with cancer across the country.
  • Aldi staff in the region have completed various fundraising activities, including head shaves, cake sales, and endurance challenges.
  • The charity's work has been inspired by Aldi's staff and customers, with the company's CEO, Kate Collins, highlighting the importance of the partnership.
  • Aldi is also making an additional £12,000 donation to the charity to support its work with teenage cancer patients and their families.
  • The company's Cuthbert cake will feature a text code on its packaging throughout July, allowing customers to donate to the charity.

Statistics:

  • £12million: The total amount raised by Aldi for the Teenage Cancer Trust in the West Midlands region.
  • £20million: The new target for Aldi's fundraising efforts by 2031.
  • £15million: Aldi's initial target for fundraising by 2017.
  • 3 years: The duration of Aldi's partnership with the Teenage Cancer Trust.
  • £12,000: The additional donation made by Aldi to the charity to support its work.

Sources:

  • [Tilly Kellaway, articles and publications]