BROWNE HOSTS LLOYDS TSB FOUNDATION CELEBRATION EVENT

27 May 2003
BROWNE HOSTS LLOYDS TSB FOUNDATION CELEBRATION EVENT
The generous support given to voluntary and community groups in Northern Ireland by independent funders deserves full recognition, Des Browne MP, the Minister with responsibility for Social Development, said today.

The Minister was speaking at a reception at Hillsborough Castle when he presented awards to voluntary and community organisations on behalf of the Lloyds TSB Foundation for Northern Ireland. He said:

"I would like to recognise the generosity of the Lloyds TSB Foundation. Last year the Foundation awarded Ł2 million in grants to a wide range of voluntary and community organisations in Northern Ireland. Since 1987 their contribution has amounted to more than Ł10 million, an example of how Independent Funders provide tangible assistance to the voluntary and community sector. Indeed, giving by charitable trusts in Northern Ireland accounted for more than Ł77 million of total income to the voluntary and community sector in 2000/2001.
"I could also not let this opportunity pass without acknowledging the tireless work of the voluntary and community sector and their commitment and dedication on behalf of many disadvantaged people within their communities."

NOTES TO EDITORS

The four TSB Foundations were established at the flotation of TSB Group in Northern Ireland, England and Wales, Scotland and Channel Islands.

Since 1987 a total of Ł120 million has been donated throughout England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Channel Islands. The total donated within Northern Ireland exceeded Ł10 million by 2003.

For further information on the Lloyds TSB Foundation, contact Sandara Kelso-Robb on 028 9038 2864.

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