Hendy Foundation launched to support local community in Devon

Charities and organisations in Devon can now apply for a grant following the formation of a dedicated charity foundation set up by the Hendy Group to provide grants to local projects, people, events and charitable organisations.

Hendy Foundation is set to provide grants from £500 to £5,000 and is dedicated to making a difference to people’s lives in the areas in which the group operates.

The group has 57 franchise outlets across 30 location and employs more than 1,100 people in Exeter, Hampshire, Sussex, Surrey and Devon.

Trustee chair Rebecca Hendy said she was thrilled that the group’s charitable work has been formalised in a foundation which will support a wide range of local initiatives.

Hendy Group will donate £2 for every retail car it sells which is set to provide up to £50,000 in the first 12 months. It will also invite customers and staff to get involved in fundraising activities and recommending organisations to be supported.

“Hendy Group has always had strong links with the local communities in which it operates and this Foundation provides the perfect umbrella for its charitable activities,” said Rebecca.

“The company has been around for 160 years and has always been involved in the local community. The launch of Hendy Foundation coincides with this milestone and continues this long tradition of giving back to the community.”

The first charities to be supported by Hendy Foundation are all long standing charity partners of Hendy Group and include Wessex Heartbeat, The Pickering Centre, Rainbow Centre and The Blue Lamp Trust.

Trustee chair Rebecca Hendy will be joined by Hendy commercial director Mark Busby and Alyson Marlow who heads up Lee Peck Media. Two further trustees will be recruited with the remit to ensure all money raised is used in the best possible way to help communities and support local causes.

Details of Hendy Foundation and how to apply for grants are now online at www.hendyfoundation.org