Guardian Hope appeal raises £950,000 for charities tackling racism and division

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Patrick Butler Social policy editorJanuary 12, 2026 at 08:00 AM

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The Guardian's Hope appeal, a fundraising initiative for charities combating social division, racism, and hatred, has raised over £950,000 from its readers. The 2025 appeal, which concludes on Wednesday, aims to reach £1 million for five partner charities: Citizens UK, the Linking Network, Locality, Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust, and Who is Your Neighbour?. Donations are intended to support grassroots organizations fighting extremism, anti-migrant rhetoric, and racism. The appeal highlighted the importance of community building and challenging divisive narratives, as expressed by donors and charity representatives. The funds will help these charities in their missions to connect diverse communities and promote understanding.

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Graeme Robertson 40% Katharine Viner 50% Zoe Williams 50% Molly Conrad 50% Locality 60% Who is Your Neighbour? 60% Kris Hopkins ×260% Gurinder Singh Josan ×260% Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust ×270% Citizens UK 70% The Linking Network ×270% Guardian ×690%

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racism 90% charity appeal 90% social division 80% hatred 70% grassroots organizations 60% anti-migrant rhetoric 60% community connections 50% extremism 50% guardian readers 40% charitable giving 40%

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