Shropshire shopping centre customers have raised more than £50,000 for local charities

Customers at Telford Centre helped raise more than £50,000 and the centre provided over £30,000 of free mall space in 2025 to support fundraising for more than 25 local charities.

Customers at Telford Centre raised more than £50,000 for local charities, the centre reported. During 2025 the centre also provided over £30,000 worth of free mall space to support fundraising activities. More than 25 charities and local causes benefited, including Telford and Wrekin CVS, Shropshire Prostate Cancer and T&W Adult Safeguarding. The centre’s marketing manager said the team recognises how difficult fundraising is at the moment and thanked shoppers for their support. What we know: - Telford Centre customers raised more than £50,000 for charity. - The centre provided over £30,000 of free mall space for fundraising during 2025. - More than 25 charities and local causes benefited, including Telford and Wrekin CVS, Shropshire Prostate Cancer and T&W Adult Safeguarding. - Footwear retailer Pavers donated £1,000 to Models for Heroes after a customer nomination; the nominator is named as Cindy Mason-Morris of Telford & Wrekin Council. - Models for Heroes is reported as a national charity with five local groups that meet across Telford. Summary: The fundraising and donated space supported a range of local services and causes, providing financial and practical help to community groups. The centre said it will continue to provide space and work to raise further donations this year.