Young engineers in Yeovil have raised £64,000 for charity.
Leonardo's early careers community, made up of apprentices, graduates and industrial placement students, raised the funds over two years for ANDYSMANCLUB and Yeovil Free Wheelers Blood Bikes.
The cheque was presented during a special celebration event at Westlands Entertainment Venue earlier this month.
The funds were raised through a variety of events and challenges organised by Leonardo’s charity and social committee.
Nigel Colman, managing director of Leonardo Helicopters UK, said: “Our early careers community continually demonstrates what can be achieved when talent, determination and a sense of purpose come together.”
“Raising £64,000 for two outstanding local charities is an incredible achievement and one that will make a lasting difference to people across Somerset and the wider South West.”
“Every pound raised will help support vital mental health services and lifesaving community healthcare provision.”
ANDYSMANCLUB is a men's suicide prevention charity offering free peer-to-peer support groups across the UK and online.
The funding will help support the charity's vital weekly sessions and awareness-raising activities.
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Yeovil Free Wheelers Blood Bikes operates a volunteer-led emergency delivery service across Somerset and Dorset, transporting vital medical supplies, blood products and equipment free of charge to the NHS.
Last year, the charity completed more than 2,653 out-of-hours deliveries.
Ben Beach, outgoing AWASA chair, said: “When we started this fundraising effort, we wanted to make a genuine difference in our local community.”
“Seeing so many people come together, while balancing busy roles and studies, has been inspiring.”
“It has been an unforgettable experience for us to support two charities that carry out such important work every day, and we're grateful to everyone who helped us reach this fantastic total.”
A spokesperson for ANDYSMANCLUB expressed their gratitude for the support.
They said: “We’re incredibly grateful to everyone at Leonardo who has supported this fundraising effort over the past two years.”
“The money raised will help us continue providing free, life-changing support for men in our communities and encourage more people to reach out when they need help.”
“Fundraising partnerships like this play a vital role in helping us challenge the stigma surrounding men's mental health and ensure that no man has to struggle alone.”
Yeovil Free Wheelers said the funds will help them continue their essential work.
A spokesperson said: “This is an outstanding donation and we're hugely thankful to Leonardo's early careers community for their dedication and support.”
“The funding will enable our volunteers to continue delivering vital supplies and services to hospitals, hospices and patients across the region.”
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