Charity boosted by £10,000 thanks to council donation

The funds, generated through the recycling of metals recovered during cremation services, will help the charity continue its vital work supporting local people in need, providing them with practical support such as food, clothing and basic necessities, as well as being compassionate listeners.

This contribution brings the total amount Eastbourne Borough Council has donated to local bereavement and life-saving charities to over £159,000 since joining the Institute of Cemetery and Crematorium Management (ICCM) recycling scheme.

Councillor Candy Vaughan, Cabinet Member for Communities and Accessibility, said: "We are proud to support The Matthew 25 Mission, which is an amazing source of all kinds of support for vulnerable people in Eastbourne. Our involvement in this scheme allows us to give back to worthy causes while also being environmentally responsible. This donation is a testament to the generosity of the bereaved families who consent to the recycling and help us make a real difference in Eastbourne."

Under the ICCM scheme, all metal recovered during the cremation process is recycled with the explicit consent of the bereaved families, and the proceeds are then used to support charities.

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