We are delighted to announce that Carols by Candlelight this year has raised more than £17,000!
We returned to the stunning setting of the Concert Hall at Reading Town Hall where more than 300 people in the audience were treated to a magical night of music and carols with the Take Note Community Choir and the Reading Phoenix Choir.
Launchpad Patron and BBC presenter, Matt Allwright and long-term supporter Andy Briggs were fantastic hosts for the evening. The audience were moved to hear from one of our former clients, and there were Christmas readings between the music.
This magnificent amount raised will help us continue to provide homes for Reading’s most vulnerable this winter. Our supported housing offers warm, clean, and safe accommodation for over 100 people in need – which are a lifeline to the many individuals, couples, and families at risk of homelessness, or who have already lost their homes.
Fiona Keyte, Fundraising Manager at Launchpad, said: “Our event is a beautiful reminder of the spirit of community and the joy of giving during the festive season.
“I’d like to thank everyone who attended and bought a raffle ticket. And thank you to our sponsors Tomato Energy and Scion Communications which help us keep the costs down of putting on the event.
“And finally, our brilliant volunteers who support us at carols – we couldn’t do it without you.”
