Fundraising

It costs 50 pounds a day to maintain a 24/7 listening service, and Samaritans receives no financial support from the government, so it is vital that we raise sufficient funds each year to keep the Branch running. We have a fundraising team which organises regular events throughout the year.

We held bucket collections at supermarkets in Chesterfield, Matlock and Clay Cross.
We have a monthly stall at Chesterfield Royal Hospital, and stalls at various shows throughout the summer such as Stainsby festival, Chatsworth Country fair, and Ashover show. We also attend special market events in Chesterfield, wherever possible.

In addition to these events, the Branch receives income from other sources, e.g

Donations and legacies.
Collecting used inkjet cartridges and mobile phones, and sending them for recycling.
Sales of products and merchandise.

We are also helped by our Charity shop, which opened in 2006. It is run by two excellent managers, together with a dedicated team of supporters who are all volunteers. Without the funds from their sales we would be experiencing great difficulty in keeping the Branch open.
During 2010/2011 Chesterfield Samaritans has been one of the Mayor's choices for his Charity appeal. We are very grateful to him for his generous donation to our funds.

Fundraising is hard work, but very enjoyable and rewarding. It does, however, rely on the goodwill of volunteers who already give of their time as listeners, and we welcome support from anyone who may wish to help us but may not want to be a listener. Please ring 01246 270000 if you would like to help, perhaps by working in the shop or helping us with tinshakes or bucket collections. We look forward to hearing from you.