Chartered Accountants Ulster Society also raised over £11,500 for local social enterprise the Now Group at their Christmas event running in partnership with Ulster Bank.
The toys and funds were collected at the Ulster Society’s Christmas Charity Lunch at the Europa Hotel in Belfast, attended by over 500 Chartered Accountants.
Paul Millar, Chairman of Chartered Accountants Ulster Society said: “Christmas is about embracing the spirit of giving. Our Charity Lunch is an opportunity to show that as a community we can come together and create positive change.
“Chartered Accountants have raised money and donated toys which will bring some Christmas joy to children this year. I’m particularly pleased that this year we are able to support the NOW Group which does amazing work supporting people with learning difficulties and autism into jobs with a bright future.
“We’re pleased that with the support of our partner Ulster Bank, we’ve been able to deliver a fantastic event which brings a lot of support and awareness to some very deserving causes.
Lisa Allen of event sponsors Ulster Bank said: “Ulster Bank is delighted to once again partner with the Ulster Society in our sponsorship of the annual charity lunch. The lunch is a great opportunity for the local accountancy network to come together to support charities who contribute so much to the communities in which we live and work.
“The generous support shown by members of the Ulster Society will have such a positive impact on the charity partners ensuring children experience the magic of Christmas through the toy appeal and raising vital funds in support of the NOW Group who help people with learning difficulties and autism realise their full potential”.
Zara Duffy, Chartered Accountants Ireland; Maeve Monaghan, NOW Group; Paul Millar, Chartered Accountants Ulster Society; Diane Hill, NOW Group; and Lisa Allen of event sponsors Ulster Bank.
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