— CHARITY WORK
Making a Difference
Supporting communities through generosity and compassion since 1974
TOTAL RAISED TO DATE
And counting... thanks to the incredible generosity of our community
The Most Expensive Bottle of Whiskey (in the world)!
RECORD
Total Raised from Whiskey Tradition: £180K+
The tradition is that whoever buys it, then returns it to the Centre and it is bid for again... some years bringing in a whopping £45,000! You can find the bottle in our members' bar in a cabinet, aging perfectly.
— OUR MISSION
Charity at the Heart of Everything
We couldn't begin to tell the amount of money that has been raised over the years for charity. This was done mainly under the radar. It has been a joint effort by so many people, and we list just a few of our achievements here.
There are too many people to thank over the years for their generous donations and contributions, but it has all been worth it to the people on the receiving end of the warm-hearted people of Leeds and beyond.
— KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Our Impact
Leeds Charity Lunch
Raised since 2000
- ✓Running since 2000
- ✓Annual event
- ✓100+ charities helped
Single Year Record
From whiskey auction
- ✓Unique tradition
- ✓Returns every year
- ✓£180K+ total raised
Years of Giving
Since 2000
- ✓Continuous impact
- ✓Growing every year
- ✓Community-driven
Charities Supported
Across the region
- ✓Local & national
- ✓Diverse causes
- ✓Real impact
Leeds Charity Lunch Growth
From a simple idea in 2000 to £3.5 million raised
— WHERE YOUR DONATIONS GO
Supporting Yorkshire Communities
Cancer Research & Support Groups
Yorkshire Cancer Research, Macmillan Nurses, Leeds hospitals, local support groups
Children's Hospitals & Youth Programs
Leeds Children's Hospital, Make-A-Wish Foundation, NSPCC, local youth programs
Homeless & Crisis Support
Simon on the Streets, St George's Crypt, Crisis UK, local food banks
Hospice Care & Elderly Support
Sue Ryder, St Gemma's Hospice, Age UK Leeds, local elderly care organizations
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Mind Leeds, Samaritans, local counselling services, mental health support groups
Charity in Action
Get Involved
Want to contribute to our charity efforts? Contact us to learn more about upcoming events and fundraising opportunities.