£0.5m pledged to Ben so no-one in automotive faces life’s toughest challenges alone
Ben’s rallying cry to automotive industry leaders is being answered with just under £500k pledged so far Automotive industry responds to Ben’s funding challenge to help ensure no-one in automotive has to face life’s toughest challenges alone Ben launches Do...
CarGurus partners with automotive charity Ben to raise awareness of mental health and wellbeing challenges in the automotive industry
CarGurus Driving Difference resource centre now hosts health and wellbeing advice provided by Ben CarGurus conduct a new survey in collaboration with Ben to better understand impact of pandemic on automotive industry Financial pressure, stress and anxiety among list of...
Ben issues rallying cry after struggling to support record demand with falling income
Ben’s urgent support appeal to ensure no-one faces life’s toughest challenges alone The charity is supporting 50% more people while its income falls by £1m Without additional funding, difficult choices may have to be made about which cases to support
Coronavirus update from Ben’s Chief Executive, Zara Ross
At Ben, we continue to take the situation regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) very seriously, particularly as a provider of care and support to older people who are in a more vulnerable group. We are doing everything we can to protect our...
Ben launches exciting new virtual challenges inspired by Formula 1
Automotive charity asks the industry to get behind new virtual challenges – Formula Ben The first virtual challenge, Formula Ben Silverstone VGP, will raise vital funds for the charity Ben needs the industry’s support to help automotive people get back...
Ben Ball 2020 is cancelled as a result of COVID-19
Ben Ball cancelled for first time since WWII due to COVID-19 uncertainties The annual Ben Ball has been running for 71 years to raise vital funds for Ben Ben needs the industry’s support to address £1m income shortfall Ben has announced...
Ben supports automotive industry people through Covid-19 crisis
Ben is supporting the health and wellbeing of automotive industry people during this challenging time. The impact of Covid-19 on the UK automotive industry has meant that its people need Ben’s support now more than ever before. Ben wants to...
Get your Hats on 4 Ben to support the mental health of automotive people through the Covid-19 crisis and beyond
Ben reveals the full details of its annual mental health awareness campaign and fundraiser, Hats on 4 Ben 2020. This year’s Hats on 4 Ben campaign will reconnect the automotive family virtually during this difficult time and take action to...
Lynwood Care Centre welcomes special visitors
The team at Lynwood Care Centre had a very special visit on 23rd April from the Mayor of Windsor & Eton as well as a local hero. Councillor Sayonara Luxton visited Lynwood Care Centre to thank Georgie Tindall, a member...
Ben Executive Management Team Bolstered With Three New Recruits
BEN has strengthened its executive management team with the recruitment of three new people to the positions of business development director, head of welfare and care director, in line with the outcomes of the recent strategic review of our services....
Ben Moves Up Gear 300 Mile Lynwood 2 Paris Summer Cycle Challenge
Five-day, 300-mile challenge open to all budding cyclists to raise money for BEN, the automotive industry charity Challenge starts at BEN’s Lynwood Care Centre on 15th June and ends in Paris on 19th June BEN, the automotive industry charity is...
Warranty Administration Services Launch Online Fundraiser For Ben
Cash donated for every video viewed on Warranty Administration Services website All proceeds to help support BEN, with £1,000 raised so far Warranty Administration Services Ltd has launched a new online fundraising drive to raise cash for BEN. The group...
Ben reveals biggest money worries for automotive industry people and launches new tools to help
42% of people Ben supported last year experienced money problems Of these, the top concern for people was low income (52%) In response, Ben launches two NEW online tools to help people with their finances Ben, the not-for-profit organisation that...
Obituary – Geoffrey Atkinson OBE, former CEO of Ben
4.01.39 TO 14.01.20 Geoffrey Atkinson OBE, former Chief Executive of Ben, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and family after a very short illness. He had been the victim of Alzheimers for a number of years and...
Ben is increasing its mental health services for automotive industry people
Ben is extending mental health services to respond to growing need New digital services will enable Ben to support more people with mental health issues Ben’s online self-help, digital platform, telephone and face-to-face mental health services offer individuals more choice...
Honda Customer Satisfaction Is Good News For Ben
Honda UK asked customers of small bikes and scooters to complete an online satisfaction survey after a purchase or dealer service. For all completed surveys the company donated 50p to BEN. The initiative was a resounding success and resulted in...
Places Still Available For London To Paris 24hr Cycle Challenge
Are you tough enough to take on 240 miles in 24 hours? The London to Paris 24 Cycle Challenge requires strength, determination and stamina and we are offering a final opportunity for seriously keen cyclists to take part in the...
Independent Garage Association Members Boost Support For Ben
The Independent Garage Association recently launched its own consumer focussed Car Repair Plan, designed to support its 3,500 members by helping their consumers protect themselves from unexpected motoring costs. This outstanding new initiative is also expected to create vital support...