Huge demand delays decision process for Jane Tomlinson Appeal

Last month, The Jane Tomlinson Appeal launched its new grant programme, 'The Big Charity Giveaway', and has since been overwhelmed by the response, receiving applications totalling more than £4million.

- Sophia Brazier

The late Jane Tomlinson| Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

The Appeal is now asking applicants for patience as Trustees carefully review each submission.On 8 January, the Appeal announced the £250,000 'Big Charity Giveaway' - a significant funding initiative designed to support charities and organisations across Yorkshire, the Midlands and the Liverpool City Region. Those eligible were invited to apply for grants ranging from a few hundred pounds up to £15,000 to help strengthen their work and support their communities. With applications now closed, interest has far exceeded expectations, reaching £4 million in requests.