Community Savings enter into three-year sponsorship agreement with Santander International
Jersey charity, Community Savings, is pleased to announce a three-year sponsorship agreement with Santander International. Funds from the sponsorship will be utilised to support marketing and website development to raise awareness of the charity and help broaden its reach across the Island. This welcome contribution will substantially support the work that the charity does to help those members of the local community who are financially or socially disadvantaged.
Community Savings provides access to basic financial services for Islanders who would otherwise be excluded from having a bank account. It also offers debt advice and financial mentoring as well as emergency funding by way of low-cost loans and grants.
The charity also works with schools and colleges to deliver a financial education programme to local students aged 11 to 18.
Brian Curtis, Executive Chairman of Community Savings, says: “We are very pleased to be working with Santander International. The work we do is vital in helping those who are struggling to get their finances and, subsequently, their lives back on track. It benefits not only the individual and their families, but also society in general. As a Jersey registered charity, we are hugely reliant on grants and donations and the support that Santander is providing is invaluable, especially during these difficult times.”
James Pountney, Chief Executive Officer from Santander International added: “Community Savings brings financial inclusion for many Islanders who aren’t able to access products and services from regular high-street banks. We’re looking forward to working with Community Savings, helping them to raise their profile, so more people in our community can access and benefit from their services.”