Ben, the automotive industry charity, is launching its Christmas Families project, which runs until 15 December 2025.
In its sixth year, the project provides financial, emotional and wellbeing support for automotive people and their families who are struggling to make ends meet, during the festive period.
In the lead up to Christmas Ben can help eligible families with food costs, financial support, emotionaland wellbeing support and Gifts under the tree where families with children receive a voucher to buy a Christmas gift. Ben will also provide an extra gift for all children.
Since Christmas 2020, Ben has supported almost 900 adults and children through the project, bringing hope and relief during one of the most financially difficult times of year.
With the cost of living continuing to put pressure on households, Ben anticipates even more families could benefit from this initiative. Here are some quotes from families who Ben supported last year…
Ben is working in partnership with The BMTA Trust which is supporting this project.
Claire France, support services lead at Ben, said: “Christmas should be a time of joy and togetherness, but for many families it can be incredibly stressful when finances are stretched.
“Through our Christmas Families Project, we’re here to make sure automotive families are supported and don’t have to face these challenges alone. Whether it’s help putting food on the table, ensuring children have presents to open, or offering emotional support, Ben is here to help make this Christmas a little brighter.”
Ben is encouraging anyone working (or who has worked) in the automotive industry who is worried about making ends meet this Christmas to reach out for support.
If you, or someone you know, works in the automotive industry and needs help this Christmas, Ben is here and we urge you to get in touch now via our free and confidential helpline. Don’t suffer in silence, contact our helpline: 08081 311 333 or use our webchat at www.ben.org.uk.
If you would like to show your support for Ben and your automotive family, visit www.ben.org.uk/supportBen.
