Wakefield-based company celebrates incredible £100,000 milestone donation to the NSPCC

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Wakefield-based YPO, one of the UK’s largest education and public sector buying organisations, has reached a significant fundraising milestone for the NSPCC.

As part of a strategic partnership dating back to 2022, the Wakefield-based company, located on Kenmore Road, has supported the charity by donating a proportion of funds from all sales of its branded products.

In 2024, this YPO partnership reached a total of over £100,000 raised for the NSPCC.

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In addition to the branded products sales commitment, YPO has conducted several fundraising events and initiatives.

Simon Hill, Managing Director of YPO, Isabel McKenzie, Regional Corporate Partnerships Manager at the NSPCC and Neil Roberts, Senior Transport Driver at YPO.Simon Hill, Managing Director of YPO, Isabel McKenzie, Regional Corporate Partnerships Manager at the NSPCC and Neil Roberts, Senior Transport Driver at YPO.
Simon Hill, Managing Director of YPO, Isabel McKenzie, Regional Corporate Partnerships Manager at the NSPCC and Neil Roberts, Senior Transport Driver at YPO.

Most recently, in support of the organisation’s chosen charity, 63-year-old, senior transport driver for YPO, Neil Roberts, completed the London marathon, his first ever.

This fundraising effort alone helped to raise over £2,100.

Simon Hill, Managing Director of YPO, said: “This is a year of celebration for YPO, as the organisation marks its 50th birthday, so its fantastic to also reach this fundraising milestone with the NSPCC.

"We see this partnership as a fantastic example for other businesses and organisations, demonstrating how we can all collaborate to benefit children across the UK. We look forward to continuing these efforts into the future.”

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Isabel McKenzie, Regional Corporate Partnerships Manager at the NSPCC, Yorkshire, North East & Humber, added: “This achievement is testament to the dedication of YPO and a significant benefit for the children we strive to protect.

"Together, we have raised funds but also heightened awareness about the crucial work we do.

"Every contribution from our partners brings us closer to a society where all children can grow up free from abuse. We are immensely thankful for the generosity and support that make our mission possible.”

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