Frontline Charities to receive £750 million funding

Charities across the UK will receive a £750 million package of support to ensure they can continue their vital work during the coronavirus outbreak

• £750 million pot for frontline charities across the UK – including hospices and those supporting domestic abuse victims
• £360 million direct from government departments and £370 million for smaller charities, including through a grant to the National Lottery Community Fund
• government will match donations to the National Emergencies Trust as part of the BBC’s Big Night In fundraiser later this month – pledging a minimum of £20 million

Full information available here