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The Ben Ball returned to London’s iconic Roundhouse for a spectacular comeback celebration on 8th December, raising £96,500 for the industry charity.
The Roundhouse was transformed into a winter ballroom. There were many opportunities for guests to donate funds to the charity during the evening, including an auction hosted by TV auctioneer and presenter, Jamie Breese.
Ben shared updates with guests on the charity’s forthcoming Industry Leader Challenge – which in 2022 will be a Kilimanjaro climb and gave an insight into the vast increase in demand that it is experiencing, as more people than ever before are reaching out for help with their mental health and wellbeing.
Pledges made from automotive industry guests at the event are expected to take the figure raised for its Christmas Appeal past its £500,000 target.
Matt Wigginton, director of Partnerships, Engagement & Income, said: “During the pandemic, the number of people who have been reaching out to us for help has sky-rocketed and we need to be able to provide support right away – vital support that really does save lives.