We recently received a £7,899 donation from NFU Mutual Central Cornwall, which has boosted our 80th anniversary fundraising campaign to nearly £10,000! The funding forms part of NFU Mutual's national £2.33 million Agency Giving Fund, which supports frontline charities. It comes during a landmark year for us as we celebrate 80 years of supporting communities across Cornwall.

The donation follows the success of our recent 80 Miles for 80 Years fundraising challenge, which saw members of our Rural and Coastal team walk 80 miles of the South West Coast Path from Looe to Cadgwith. The challenge raised more than £1,000 and, combined with support from organisations including NFU Mutual, has helped our anniversary fundraising campaign raise more than £9,000 so far.

The funds raised through our 80th anniversary campaign will help us continue supporting young people, residents facing isolation or disadvantage, and rural and coastal communities across Cornwall.

Katherine Nissen, our Chief Executive, said: “We are incredibly grateful to NFU Mutual Central Cornwall for this generous support. As we mark our 80th anniversary, this donation will help us continue strengthening communities and supporting people to thrive across Cornwall. From helping young people with additional needs progress towards independence and employment, to supporting residents and rural and coastal communities, our work is often unseen but deeply felt.”

"Communities are facing increasing challenges and support like this helps us reach more people and ensure that those who need us most can access the advice, opportunities and support they deserve. Combined with the fantastic support our team received for the 80 Miles for 80 Years challenge, this donation has helped our anniversary fundraising campaign raise more than £9,000. It is a wonderful boost as we celebrate 80 years of supporting Cornwall's communities while looking ahead to the future."

The donation was presented by Paul Shirley, Partner at Central Cornwall NFU Mutual, to Katherine Nissen.. 

Hannah Myatt, Agent & Partner at Central Cornwall NFU Mutual said “We’re extremely proud to have nominated Cornwall Rural Community Charity for this donation and are delighted to be able to support the vital contribution they make to our community. The purpose of NFU Mutual’s Agency Giving Fund is to support local frontline charities who are providing essential services to people in our community.”

We have further activities planned throughout our 80th anniversary year, including a special gala dinner in November. 80 year of community, help us make it 80 more!