Boston supermarket raises £5,000 for youth cancer charity

Aldi, in Queen Street, collected the sum in aid of Teenager Cancer Trust through a range of activities, including a cross-runner event outside the store and fancy dress days.

In 2017, the chain set out to raise £5 million in five years for the charity.

Now, thanks in part to Aldi staff and customers in Boston, it has reached that target 18 months ahead of schedule.

The funds will help to pay for specialised care and support from nurses and youth support coordinators to young people with cancer.

Fritz Walleczek, managing director of corporate responsibility at Aldi UK, said: “The importance of what Teenage Cancer Trust does can’t be overestimated and I’m immensely proud of the lengths colleagues have gone to across the country to support them.

“There are few ordeals harder than coping with cancer, particularly for those affected by it so early on in life. The care and guidance Teenage Cancer Trust provides young people who are in such a difficult situation is invaluable and we’re all looking forward to continuing to support them as they carry on this vital work.”

Kate Collins, chief executive of Teenage Cancer Trust, said: “Aldi are a phenomenal partner to Teenage Cancer Trust. To reach the fundraising target of £5 million in just three years is an incredible achievement and will make a lasting difference to the lives of young people with cancer.

“None of this would have been possible without Aldi colleagues from Boston going the extra mile – their commitment and enthusiasm is exceptional and we love working with them!”