Puppies get their teeth into Peel2Save fundraising cards

Peel2Save Fundraising Cards

The Mayor and The Mayoress of Bournemouth headed the guest list for the official launch of the Peel2Save fundraising card held at the Playgolf Centre recently. Other guests included local MP Tobias Ellwood, charity organisers and business leaders. But the stars of the show were the Woofability puppies who captured the hearts of all in attendance and who thought the idea was good enough to eat.

Following a presentation by Debbie Shepherd & Peter Bartholomew, co-ordinators for Peel2Save in Bournemouth, The Worshipful, The Mayor of Bournemouth Councillor Chris Rochester praised the initiative; “It’s the smaller, local charities that need more help in these difficult times” he said “and I wish Peel2ASave all success”. Di Pestell, a fundraiser from Julia’s House added her good wishes & gave a heartfelt description of the challenges facing charitable organisations today; “It won’t be any easier next year” she said “and we need all the help we can get. We have to go on because the causes that rely on us still go on needing our help”. She went on to agree with Debbie’s view that Peel2Save was not there to replace existing fundraising activities, but was an original & effective addition that would really boost & enhance their steadfast efforts. “The great thing is that charities are now able to give something back to people who make donations to them”, said Di.

Peel2Save helps local charities & not-for-profit groups raise funds without incurring any speculative costs. The discount card folds to credit card size, fits neatly in a purse or wallet & contains 64 peel-off money saving vouchers, each one donated by a local business. The card costs £10 & contains hundreds of pounds worth of savings for all the family. Cards are sold exclusively by or on behalf of the good causes who gain £5 from the sale of each one. Charities, schools, churches, sports clubs & virtually any other group can benefit.

“Fundraisers I have spoken to are looking forward to selling the card - knowing they are raising money but also giving the purchaser of Peel2Save a great deal”, said Peter. “It is our aim to raise £50,000 in the next 12 months for good causes in the Bournemouth area.”

If you are a charity or not for profit group & would like to know more about Peel2Save & how it can help you to fundraise please email: bournemouth@peel2save.co.uk