At Trust Leeds, they've got one crystal-clear mission: they're all about bringing the global self-reliant group and micro-finance models to their region. It's all about boosting the wealth and well-being of their peeps. They don't just talk the talk; they walk the walk with their buddies, helping them level up their lives by building financial independence, confidence, and skills. Trust them; it's one heck of a ride!
Now, let's break it down into the stuff they do:
So, they've got these Self-Reliant Groups that are all about backing each other up. It's like this super supportive club where they build confidence, skills, stash some savings, and get everyone thinking like entrepreneurs. You know, peer support for the win!
For their pals who're currently out of work or stuck in a job that's not making their heart sing, they've got 'Be Your Own Boss' SRGs. These guys are all about helping folks figure out how to be their own boss, from personal and financial considerations to getting that business plan in place. Oh, and they're all about building a squad of peers and business coaches to boost everyone's confidence and their biz game.
Sometimes, life throws you a curveball, and you need some cash to chase your dreams. That's where their ethical personal loans come in. They're talking about loans for those enterprising souls who are dealing with financial challenges. They want to be that helping hand.
And here's the kicker: they're a charity, which means their funding is straight-up donated. That means they're all about serving people who are ready to rock their lives, the entrepreneurial types who often get left behind or are stuck in the poverty cycle. They're all about removing those barriers and giving them a fair shot.
Liza, their main chief executive there at Trust Leeds, had some cool stuff to say about BuytoGive: "BuytoGive presents an excellent opportunity for Trust Leeds to build long-term relationships with their supporters and make fundraising easy, efficient, and a whole lot of fun."
Now, speaking of BuytoGive – this is where the magic happens. It's like this game-changer in the e-commerce world, where they throw 35% of seller fees to the charity of your choice. They're all about making a difference with every single purchase. And here's the kicker: they don't charge for gift aid processing, so every penny you spend goes straight to the charities.
One of the many cool stuff they've been up to:
This is a real heart-warmer. Meet Geraldine, their first pilot borrower back in November 2018. She got a loan of £650 to chase her dreams, and boy, has she been doing that! She's a natural-born carer, always looking out for her family. But she hit a wall when chronic stress took its toll. Art therapy came to the rescue, and it helped her see that life's full of choices, not just brick walls.
Geraldine puts it like this: "After the art therapy course for twelve weeks, it did me so much good, and I could see choices and answers, not just a brick wall."
With BuytoGive and Trust Leeds joining forces, they're not just creating change; they're crafting a future filled with opportunities, support, and lasting impact. Together, they're making every purchase count, making fundraising easy, efficient, and a whole lot of fun, one transaction at a time. Trust them; it's the way to go!"
