The loose change charity is effectively a fund generating organisation. Funds are generated by members paying 1 pound per week and we give out grants to small organisations operating in and around Huddersfield. For each 100 members we would generate approximately £5,000 that we can give to other charities in Huddersfield. I hope I can inspire enough people to, not only support the idea with their one pound, but also promote it to their friends and colleagues.
Below I have tried to second guess some of the questions you may have :-
Why have you chosen this specific cause ?
The idea of trying to help has been inspired by the many fantastic people I have met working in small charities in Huddersfield. All these charities provide essential services and I wonder what would happen to the people they support if they were no longer there.
How do we know that the money will be used in the way you have described ?
The organisation is a registered charity with three trustees. We have total open book accounting and will provide updates as governed by the charity commission.
How will you collect the money ?
Ideally we would like people to setup a monthly standing order of 4 pounds per month into the Charities bank account. Alternatively we would also take a one off annual payment of £52.
Ian Lawson
Originally from York, I moved to Huddersfield for work in 1982 and have lived here ever since. I have been the Corporate Responsibility Leader at my company and it is through that experience that I felt inspired to try and raise money for causes in the Huddersfield area. I am now retired and hope to use my contacts and networks to continue to support many fantastic groups in our area.
Lynva Russell
I have enjoyed a varied career including 20 years working in the world of industrial chemicals, many in a general management role followed by 15 years working with and for a number of social enterprises and charities covering a broad range of subjects and interests. The world is changing rapidly as are our challenges as a society. I chose to become involved with ‘theloosechangecharity’ because it meets a real need in this changing world, and we all have responsibilities.
Jonathan Wales
I worked for Lloyds Banking Group (Halifax) for 36 years and upon taking early retirement I now work part time for the National Trust. I was born in Bradford and live in Mirfield. In 2014/15 I was seconded by the bank to work for Business in the Community in Huddersfield, my role as Business Connector involved finding businesses to help charities and community groups with their needs. During this time I met Ian Lawson and many of the people who now need our help.