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Taylor Wimpey's Volunteer Day Generates Significant Income for Willen Hospice

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Volunteers from Taylor Wimpey South Midlands spent the day sorting and organizing donations at Willen Hospice's Kiln Farm warehouse, helping to prepare stock for distribution to local charity shops and generating revenue through eBay sales. The efforts of the 11-strong team are estimated to yield over £3,000 in future income for the hospice, bringing the total donated by the housebuilder to the charity to £4,500 in the last year.

Key Takeaways:

  • Taylor Wimpey South Midlands has been a dedicated supporter of Willen Hospice for over three years, with a significant donation of £4,500 in the last year alone.
  • The volunteering day at Willen Hospice's Kiln Farm warehouse saw 11 employees from Taylor Wimpey sort and organize donations, including clothing, books, and furniture.
  • The team's efforts have generated an estimated £3,000 in future income for the hospice through revenue from eBay sales and the sale of stock.
  • Debs Miller, Corporate Executive at Willen Hospice, expressed gratitude for Taylor Wimpey's continued support, noting the impressive amount of donations sorted and organized by the team considering the hot weather.
  • Rebecca Vardon, Marketing Manager at Taylor Wimpey South Midlands, emphasized the importance of supporting local charities like Willen Hospice, which provides vital care to the Milton Keynes community.
  • The volunteering day was part of Taylor Wimpey's employee volunteering program, with staff members able to take volunteering days each year.

Statistics:

  • Estimated future income generated by Taylor Wimpey's volunteering day: £3,000
  • Total donation from Taylor Wimpey to Willen Hospice in the last year: £4,500
  • Number of employees volunteering on the day: 11
  • Number of clothes rails sorted and prepared for an upcoming event: 10
  • Amount of donations uploaded to the charity's eBay store: Unknown (but significant)

Sources:

  • Willen Hospice - https://www.willen-hospice.org.uk/
  • Taylor Wimpey South Midlands - https://www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/new-homes/milton-keynes

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