The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) has chosen LandAid as its charity for 2021.
LandAid unites companies and individuals from across the property and construction industries to help young homeless people by awarding grants to projects which offer shelter and support, offering free property expertise, and providing safe, secure and affordable accommodation.
The LRWA has signed up to be one of the charity’s ‘Networks Against Homelessness’, meaning it will raise awareness of LandAid and its aims throughout the year, and encourage members to donate.
It will also hold events to help raise money for the cause, beginning with the Virtual Dragon Team Challenge, which is taking place between 10–28 May, 2021.
Sarah Spink, chief executive officer of the LRWA, said: “I love the idea of the roofing sector helping youngsters to get a roof over their head. By working together, there is the potential to raise a significant amount of money to help achieve that aim and make a difference.
“Building on the success of last year, we are confident that the Virtual Dragon Team Challenge will be a key fundraiser. Subject to any potential COVID restrictions, we hope to follow this event with our 2021 awards and gala dinner in Liverpool later this year.
“Meanwhile, we would like to encourage all our members to take a look at the invaluable work LandAid is carrying out. Our partnership offers a chance to give something back and play a role in helping thousands of young people who are finding themselves homeless every year.”
Michael Regan, senior corporate partnerships manager at LandAid, added: “We are delighted and excited to have been chosen as the LRWA’s new charity partner, and look forward to engaging their members with our mission, both through raising vital funds and volunteering their time, skills and expertise to help charities all over the UK.”
