News 8 www.aftermarketonline.net OCTOBER 2025 Ben has Christmas all wrapped up DV LW NLFNV RᎭ IXQG UDLVLQJ DFWLYLWLHV Auto industry charity Ben has launched its countdown to Christmas — with a call to help raise vital funds to support those struggling or in crisis as the festive period looms. Ben is inviting its automotive family to get ready and spread festive cheer by signing up to Christmas Jumper Day on Friday, December 12, and sending Ben Christmas cards. However, the charity said any day in December can be Christmas Jumper Day as it cranks up festivities. To take part, simply sign up and wear your “most dazzling (or delightfully dreadful)” Christmas jumper, round up colleagues and collect a £3 donation per person, which is equivalent to the cost of a coffee. It’s the perfect opportunity to get together, have some festive fun and spark change for industry colleagues facing hardship, the charity said. And remember to pick up some fund-raising Christmas cards. Ben has been selling its motor-themed cards for more than 35 years, some of which are designed by renowned motoring artist, Richard Wheatland. There is a new automotive design for 2025 to appeal to avid Wheatland collectors and new buyers alike. In addition, Ben’s shop is selling e-cards and Christmas essentials like wrapping paper and tags. Matt Wigginton, Ben’s director of growth & development, said: “Why not turn your office into a festive spectacle for the day; run a competition for the tackiest jumper or ‘most creative knit selfie’; or raffle a Ben bear to raise vital funds. Christmas Jumper Day is such an easy one to get involved in and it helps everyone to get into the festive spirit. “By sending Ben Christmas cards, you’re raising awareness about Ben, as well as raising funds. Fundraising has never been more important for us — it’s still really tough out there and thousands of people in our automotive family urgently need us. Together, we can make a life-changing, often life-saving, difference to the lives of our automotive family so please get involved today.” Ben also wants to ensure automotive people know they can turn to Ben if they need support. Meanwhile, the charity is always on hand to help the automotive industry family this winter, so if you work, or have worked, in the sector, get in touch if you’re at breaking point using webchat at www.ben.org.uk or via the free and confidential helpline: 08081 311 333. Visit https://ben.org. uk/ for details of how to get involved in Christmas Jumper Day and other activities.
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