Capita aims for million pound charity target

Having raised more than £1 million for Macmillan Cancer Support in 2010, staff across the Capita Group have set their sights on raising even more money for this year’s national charity partner, Alzheimer’s Society.

Alzheimer’s Society helps the estimated 750,000 dementia sufferers in the UK to live well today while funding research to find a cure for tomorrow. They rely on voluntary donations to continue their vital work.

The charity was selected in an all-staff vote and so far more than 500 members of staff have volunteered to raise money by taking part in events such as the Three Peaks Challenge and the London Marathon. Capita people have also volunteered their time, skills and experience directly to Alzheimer’s Society, from transforming gardens and painting day centres, to supporting dementia services at a branch, or providing pro bono advice.