Hampshire charities could win £1,000 in festive funding draw

Nominations are now open for the Movement for Good Awards’ 12 Days of Giving, with Hampshire residents encouraged to put forward a cause close to their hearts.

The scheme, run by specialist financial services group Benefact Group, will see 20 charities win £1,000 each day for 12 days in the lead-up to Christmas, totalling £240,000 in donations.

Mark Hews, group chief executive of Benefact Group, said: "We’re delighted to be launching our 12 Days of Giving campaign again this year, giving away £240,000 in donations to causes nationwide.

"We know how much charities need support, particularly during the festive season, so we’re asking the people of Hampshire to take a few minutes to nominate a cause that is particularly close to their hearts."

Last year, Portsmouth’s Tall Ships Youth Trust and Winchester Action on Climate both received £1,000 through the scheme.

Draws will take place every weekday from December 1 to December 16.

Nominations can be made via the online form at movementforgood.com.

All entries are eligible for a random draw, giving every nominated charity a chance to win.