NEWS: Theatre Support Fund+ raises £125,000 for charities

Since the launch 4 weeks ago the Theatre Suport Fund project has reached its first Milestone by raising £125,000 for charity.

The project has received over 7500 orders and shipped to 42 countries across the globe. The orders are being packed daily by a team of volunteers from within the West End theatre community.

The proceeds from the project will be split between Acting for Others, the Fleabag Support Fund who are providing financial aid to people working in the theatre industry who are experiencing hardship as a result of the Coronavirus Pandemic, as well as the NHS COVID-19 Urgent Appeal.

As loosen the lockdown measures starts across the UK today it is important to remember that the Theatre Industry will likely be one of the later sectors to resume so continuing with the fund-raising is as important as ever.

The T-Shirts continue to be available via the website www.theatresupportfund.co.uk priced at £16.50 each inc. VAT.

Statement from organisers Damien Stanton and Chris Marcus: “The Response to the project so far has been incredible. It’s heartwarming to see the support towards the theatre industry and the people who work within it. We’re receiving messages every day from people expressing how much they’re missing being able to go to the theatre. By buying a t-shirt they’re hoping to give something back to the industry they love so much.”