Longhurst
7th May 2020By now there’s no need to introduce the global COVID 19, or coronavirus pandemic. We are all living the pandemic every minute of every day…through the ever- distressing news reports, the constant worries about keeping our families healthy, and the growing concern over how to heal the global economy once we humans have beat this virus.
Certainly healthcare workers deserve the lion’s share of humanity’s gratitude right now. But others—from businesspeople to mums with sewing machines are joining the fight against coronavirus.
If you’re struggling to see how you can help, here are some ideas:
Start by thinking about any charities you currently support. Especially if they’re smaller, they are going to be struggling right now. Full stop. Consider making a larger gift to them now.
If you’re stuck for places to give locally, try your local community foundation. Some—like Community Foundation of Tyne & Wear and Northumberland—have set up special coronavirus recovery funds to channel donations to local organisations helping people directly impacted by the pandemic.
If you want to send your money directly to NHS staff and volunteers helping COVID 19 patients, you could give to NHS Charities Together.
However you contribute to the global effort to make it through this time of tremendous uncertainty and suffering, please do your best to stay safe and stay healthy.
Next Steps
As always, if you’d like to start a conversation about your charitable and good-giving plans, please contact me at hello@longhurst.co.uk.
Chris Broome FPFS
Chartered Financial Planner
T: 01327 223243
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