OPTIONS TRADERS DEAL FOR CHARITY DONATIONS

On 28th September 2006, Mako Group will again be hosting their “Dealing for Donation Day” to raise money for children affected by poverty and deprivation across the world. Now in its fourth successful year it has raised well over £500,000 and has helped children from Russia to Uganda.

Last year, Mako Group led over 40 city firms and financial institutions in donating a percentage of their trading revenues on the day to international charities HOPEHIV and Children in Crisis. “In an industry that is often viewed as ruthless, it’s fantastic to bring brokers and dealers together to change the future for so many children” said Ben Fitzimmons, chair of Mako Group’s charity committee. “I challenge all firms to get involved and make a difference in the best way we know how. Firms can participate in Dealing for Donation Day 2006 by pledging either a fixed sum or a proportion of profits or commissions on their trades on the 28th September this year.” Mako Group, apart from being active donors, will also be co-ordinating all pledges received on the day, on behalf of HOPEHIV and Children in Crisis, and a running total will be available on Mako Group’s website. All participants will receive a certificate and a report on the projects their donations have funded. To find out more, or to pledge a donation, contact Ben Fitzimmons at Mako Group on 020 7862 0400 or visit www.dfdd.org.uk

Children in Crisis (charity number 1020488, www.childrenincrisis.org.uk) is an international charity operating in 10 countries worldwide to help improve access to education and promote development. Contact Belinda Greenwell on 020 7627 1040

HOPEHIV (charity number 1079385, www.hopehiv.org) is an international charity operating in 12 African countries working with children who have been orphaned by HIV/AIDS. Contact Sarah Jane Henshall on 020 8288 4294

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