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£800K Raised to Unite Communities Against Division and Racism

1/6/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Guardian's Hope appeal has raised over £800,000 to support five grassroots charities: Citizens UK, the Linking Network, Locality, Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust, and Who Is Your Neighbour.
The appeal fights rising division and racism and responds to extremist violence by strengthening community links.
Donors emphasize rebuilding links and fostering empathy as key outcomes.
Projects include the Circle of Change in Belfast and a Jewish-Muslim food kitchen in Sunderland.

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Story summary

The Guardian's Hope appeal has raised over £800,000 to support five grassroots charities: Citizens UK, the Linking Network, Locality, Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust, and Who Is Your Neighbour.
The appeal fights rising division and racism and responds to extremist violence by strengthening community links.
Donors emphasize rebuilding links and fostering empathy as key outcomes.
Projects include the Circle of Change in Belfast and a Jewish-Muslim food kitchen in Sunderland.