As part of its commitment to make a difference and raise awareness of the issues surrounding bad housing and homelessness, Zoopla will work closely with Shelter to help support its charitable efforts and will participate, donate directly and identify new opportunities to raise funds in 2012.
Zoopla employees have wasted no time in showing their commitment to the partnership by donating over £7,500 themselves already via the payroll and committing to numerous events throughout the year, including Shelter’s annual Vertical Rush in early March which involves scaling the 920 steps of Tower 42 in the City.
Zoopla also plans to make fundraising for Shelter an integral part of the numerous trade events and awards it sponsors throughout the year including Lettings Live, the ESTAs and the Estate Agency of the Year Awards.
Alex Chesterman, founder and CEO of Zoopla said: “Shelter does an outstanding job trying to help those have fallen on hard times.
“We recognise that charities like Shelter rely heavily on donations from businesses like ours and we are keen to do what we can. Our team are motivated and keen to meet or exceed the fundraising targets we have set for this year and to make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate.”
Tracy Griffin, fundraising director at Shelter, said, “We’re delighted to be working so closely with Zoopla and are very grateful for their support.
“The money raised through the partnership will support Shelter’s vital work to help families across the country find and keep a decent home.”
