Guardian’s Hope appeal raises more than £1m for charities opposing hatred

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Patrick Butler Social policy editorJanuary 16, 2026 at 08:00 AM

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The Guardian's Hope appeal raised over £1 million for five UK-based grassroots charities working to combat social division, racism, and hatred. The appeal, which concluded on Thursday, supported Citizens UK, the Linking Network, Locality, Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust, and Who Is Your Neighbour?. Donations will fund initiatives promoting empathy, tolerance, and community building through projects like affordable housing, youth clubs, and food kitchens. The Guardian highlighted the charities' work over six weeks through features and films, showcasing their impact on individuals and communities. Over 10,000 readers contributed to the appeal, expressing support for the charities' missions. The Guardian's charity appeals have collectively raised over £16 million in the past 11 years for various causes.

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Tony Armstrong 50% Britain 50% Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust 60% Locality ×270% Who Is Your Neighbour? ×270% Katharine Viner 70% Linking Network ×270% Citizens UK 70% Guardian ×790%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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Britain

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