Automotive industry charity Ben adds summer support
Automotive industry charity Ben has unveiled its summer holidays support programme for struggling families.
This is third year the charity has offered additional summer support, recognising that additional costs can add up at this time of the year with children at home, extra activities, childcare, and buying back-to-school items.
Boosted by £3,000 funding from the BMTA Trust, Ben’s summer programme provides families with summer essentials, including food; bills; school uniforms; emotional support and an opportunity to spend quality time together.
Rachel Clift, Ben’s CEO, said: “While summer should be an enjoyable time when families come together, it can bring real stress for those facing money worries. Ben’s new vision of an automotive family that thinks well, feels well, lives well and works well, focuses on a person’s whole life, including family and loved ones who play a big part in our overall health and wellbeing.
“That’s why, in addition to vital financial assistance, we’re helping families create meaningful experiences during the holidays, whether that’s a fun day out or a shared activity, that create lasting memories.”
Cost pressures
“Cost-of-living pressures continue to hit home, and our latest annual health and wellbeing survey found that stress and financial concerns remain among the biggest challenges for our sector. That’s why our purpose of empowering our automotive family to live their best lives is so important – we want to help people thrive.
“It’s vital we spread the word; Ben is here for automotive families this summer and beyond. We urge anyone feeling the financial strain to reach out early, as this can make all the difference.”
In the past year, Ben’s helpline supported over 15,000 enquiries and over 700 financial grants were administered to those struggling with money.
