TWO community groups in York are both celebrating after netting donations from a city developer.
Persimmon, who have their headquarters in Fulford, have donated £6,000 to 1st Holgate Scout Group who have successfully raised enough money to buy a brand-new minibus after their old vehicle was no longer deemed roadworthy.
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The group based at Holgate Methodist Church raised enough for the new minibus which has been named Bus Lightyear by the young troop.
Fundraising lead Simon Taylor said on behalf of 1st Holgate Scouts said: “The generous donation from Persimmon pushed us over the line to be able to purchase a new much-needed minibus for our Scout Group.
“We have nearly 300 young people in 1st Holgate and this will allow our Squirrels, all the way up to our Explorer group to enjoy a variety of activities such as climbing, camping and events further afield from York.”
Copmanthorpe under 7s football team meanwhile has also scored a funding win via Persimmon’s Community Champions initiative.
The money has enabled the club to purchase new training tops for their under 7s team.
Liam Cahill of Copmanthorpe Football Club said: “We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Persimmon Homes for generously sponsoring our new training tops.
"The boys absolutely love them and wear them with pride every week.”
Scott Waters, regional managing director at Persimmon said: “We’re delighted to be able to help both 1st Holgate Scouts and Copmanthorpe FC in this way.
“Our Community Champions initiative is open to all local charities, schools, sports clubs and community groups who are looking for funding – we’d encourage any such group to visit the Community Champions website.”
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