Over £100k donations made to Worcestershire good causes by Nicol & Co’s Community Fund
A Community Fund set up by Worcestershire’s leading independent estate agency has now donated £100,000 in the last five years to local good causes across the county.
Nicol & Co, with offices in Droitwich, Worcester and Malvern, began the scheme in March 2021 where for every property it sells, the company donates £100 to the seller’s choice of school, charity or local community organisation.
More than £12,000 was raised in its first year alone, leading to the establishment of the Nicol & Co Community Fund, and the popularity of the scheme has seen another £88,000 donated since then.
Matt Nicol, managing director of Nicol & Co, said: “The scheme continues to surpass all our expectations and everyone at the company is so proud that we’ve now passed the £100,000 figure.
“That means that 1,000 donations of £100 have now been made to local charities and community organisations, which is a staggering figure to contemplate.
“The lovely thing about our Community Fund is that it’s our customers who get to choose where each £100 goes.
“Yes, Nicol & Co exists to help people buy and sell homes, but I’ve always wanted to make sure the company is rooted in the community we serve in other ways, making a positive difference wherever possible.
“Most of all, we want to say a big ‘thank you’ to all our clients who have put their faith in us in the last five years to sell their homes.”
Of the £100,000 raised, more than £25,000 has gone to St Richard’s Hospice in Worcester.
The hospice’s comment on Nicol & Co’s Facebook post about the donations reads: “This is the most incredible milestone that you can all be so proud of.
“What a difference you are making in your community. And we are so grateful to be one of the charities who benefits – thank you from all your friends at St Richard’s.”
Councillor Sue Brazier, the deputy mayor of Droitwich Spa Town Council who supports many charities in the area, posted: “Fabulous, you’re making a big difference … long may it continue!”
And a spokesperson from Worcestershire Breast Unit Haven commented: “Thank you for your support over the years – such a great initiative.”
As well as sellers’ nominations, some vendors leave the choice to Nicol & Co and it welcomes applications for support from less well-known local organisations via its website or by email to [email protected].
