Albert Goodman announces new charity of the year

Taunton-based accounting firm Albert Goodman has announced Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance as its charity of the year.

Every year the firm promotes a charity to contribute to its local charitable and community environment.

Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance charity was established to provide relief from sickness and injury for the people of Dorset and Somerset, by the provision of an air ambulance, with an air and road-delivered critical care capability.

Last year the accounting firm raised £8,516 for Mind charity.

60% of funds raised were donated to Mind in Somerset (£5,109.69), 20% to Dorset Mind (1,703.23) and 20% to Bristol Mind (1,703.23) – based on the split of its offices.

Albert Goodman said: “Every year, staff from each of our offices in Taunton, Bristol, Yeovil, Weston-super-Mare and Weymouth vote for a charity to support. Many of the charities are chosen due to personal connections with our people and their families.

“Staff are encouraged to carry out fundraising for the annual charity, led by a charity fundraising team, with a representative from each office or department taking part. The Albert Goodman partners match fund amounts raised by staff to really maximise our impact.”