A NATIONAL housebuilder with its headquarters in York has donated more than £1 million to good causes across the UK.
Persimmon Homes launched Community Champions in the spring of 2015. The programme gives grants of up to £1,000 each to good causes, local charities and groups.
Since then Persimmon has supported 1,142 local causes. Every one of Persimmon’s 28 regions, plus head office in York, chooses two charities every month for a donation of up to £1,000. More than £50,000 is donated monthly.
Persimmon’s group chief executive, Jeff Fairburn, who launched the scheme, said: “To reach £1 million is a fantastic achievement and I’m pleased we have supported such worthy causes and vital local services which made a real difference in their communities.
“Our donations do not stop here. The programme continues into 2017.” For more information go to persimmonhomes.com/charity
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