Aberdeen energy services firm donates thousands to North-east charities

ABERDEEN-headquartered energy services firm ASCO has donated more than £12,000 to two North-east charities.

The money, from the company’s charitable arm, ASCO Lifestyle, was handed over early as they are aware that charities are currently being called upon more than ever as they adapt to restrictions whilst providing effective service.

Peterhead-based mental health charity Shirley’s Space received £6,500 to help support changes to the charity’s operation, including increased communication as online messaging and phone calls replaced visits to the charity base at Crimond Medical and Community Hub.

Mental Health Aberdeen was given £6,000 to help continue delivery of its counselling and information services and helpline, despite having to cancel a number of fundraising activities.

The ASCO Lifestyle is hoping that other companies, with similar charitable arms, will consider early donations to their chosen charities to help support and make a difference during this time.

Janice Murray, member of ASCO Lifestyle Aberdeen said: “Managed by ASCO employees, ASCO Lifestyle was created to give assistance and support to local charities, employees and the wider community. It is hard to imagine circumstances when that support might be needed more than during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Of course, we appreciate that ASCO is not alone in its on-going charitable activity, but we are urging companies who read this to consider early donations to their chosen charities, should they not have already done so. It’s going to make a big difference to those you support.”

ASCO operates from over 70 locations worldwide and employs around 1,500 people.