Facing a significant loss in fundraising income-estimated at approximately ₤500,000–and a surge in demand for support due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Racing Welfare has launched an Emergency COVID-19 Appeal to help bridge the gap during the crisis. The charity's online self-help usage has increased by 290% between Mar. 17 to Apr. 7, during which the charity has supported a total of 551 individuals with Covid-19 related issues.
Simone Sear, Director of Welfare, commented: “We have had to stop all yard, racecourse and stud visits, so we've formed a team to look at how we can stay connected with our community and keep that conversation going. We're still calling yards to check they're okay and maximising our telephone befriending service, which has been running for some time. If we do call someone and they're in trouble, it's about us knowing how we can help them and get support to them.”
The effort has been kick-started by an anonymous £50,000 donation from a prominent figure within the industry. To donate, visit justgiving.com/campaign/RWEmergencyAppeal
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