Vertu Hyundai Edinburgh East and West are helping the Craigalmond Scout Group raise money for charity Cancer Card by lending a Hyundai SANTA FE to tow their Christmas sleigh through the streets of Edinburgh.
The vehicle will support the Scouts’ annual sleigh ride, a tradition that sees volunteers dressed as elves and Santa himself greeting families along the route, from 7 to 13 December.
Sandra Smit, CMA Accountant at Vertu Hyundai Edinburgh East and West, and Scout Leader with the Craigalmond group, said: “The sleigh ride is something our community looks forward to every year. It’s magical for the children and meaningful for the Scouts.
“Having Vertu Hyundai Edinburgh East and West donate the use of the SANTA FE to pull Santa’s Sleigh means we can reach more families and raise even more for the causes we care about.”
Smit’s children are members of the Scouts, making the event a personal highlight of the season.
This year, the sleigh will travel through Cammo, Cramond, Barnton, Craigmount, Silverknowes and Parkgrove each evening, with children invited to stop the sleigh for a photo with Santa and donate to the cause.
Funds raised will support Cancer Card, and help finance the Scout group’s expeditions.
Arun Raghu, CMA General Manager at Vertu Hyundai Edinburgh East and West said: “When Sandra approached us, we didn’t hesitate. The Scouts do fantastic work locally, and this is a brilliant way to support them while bringing Christmas joy to the community.
“The SANTA FE might not fly, but it’s certainly going to make an impression.”
