£92k raised in Plymouth shootings appeal
The Plymouth Together fund was set up to support the families of the victims
Last updated 8th Mar 2022
An appeal to support the families of the victims of the Plymouth shootings has now raised more than £92,000.
The Plymouth Together fund was set up following the shootings in Keyham in August last year, where six people including the gunman died.
85% of the money raised so far has been given out to next of kin, with decisions due to be made on how to use the rest to benefit the community.
Plymouth City Council Leader Nick Kelly said: “The generosity shown by the Plymouth community over the past six months has been inspiring.
"From the big campaigns and events that have raised tens of thousands of pounds to the coffee mornings and car washes it really does feel as though the city has come together to support those most affected by this terrible event.
“I would also like to thank our partner the Wolseley Trust for managing the fund at no cost and members of the advisory committee which is ensuring the efficient, quick distribution of monies raised.”
Chair of the trust's advisory committee chair Robbie Nairn said, “Our deliberations have been really straightforward because money raised has been donated as intended. If the fundraiser has said they wanted funds raised to go to the families then it has gone to the families.
“The sad story of what happened in Keyham has really galvanised the general public who have put their hands in their pockets. It has been an incredible effort and, on behalf of the Keyham community, we would like to say a huge ‘thank you’.”
The Plymouth Together Fund is still open in a bid to collect as much as possible for the families, survivors and community impacted by what happened in Keyham - you can find out more at www.plymouthtogether.co.uk