Guardian readers’ Christmas appeal donations surpass £500,000

Hope appeal is raising funds for five UK charities that build trust, hope and change at grassroots level

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Generous Guardian readers have so far raised more than 500,000 for the Hope appeal supporting inspirational grassroots charities that bring together divided communities, promote tolerance, and tackle racism and hatred.

The 2025 Guardian appeal is raising funds for five charities: Citizens UK, the Linking Network, Locality, Hope Unlimited Charitable Trust, and Who Is Your Neighbour?