The Great Election Pledge has raised £335.13 for charity this October, taking the initiative’s total fundraising since its launch to more than £3,000.
The latest round of fundraising saw donations distributed among 15 charities, as the initiative continued its aim of turning election enthusiasm into financial support for good causes.
Since September 2025, the Great Election Pledge has raised a combined £3,294.33.
Its highest monthly total came in September 2025, when £880.99 was raised for 21 charities.
The initiative has continued to raise funds throughout 2026, with donations recorded across several months:
- January 2026: £404.80
- March 2026: £206.40
- May 2026: £317.27
- July 2026: £440.64
- October 2026: £335.13
The October total brings the campaign past the £3,000 milestone, with funds continuing to be directed towards charitable organisations.
As part of the latest fundraising, the BBC is donating £10.00 to Bowel Cancer UK, alongside a further £1.90 in Gift Aid, bringing the BBC’s contribution to £11.90.
The Great Election Pledge says its fundraising model is intended to connect participation in elections with support for charities, allowing supporters to contribute to causes while engaging with the electoral process.
With the latest round taking the overall total to £3,294.33, the initiative has now raised thousands of pounds for charitable causes since launching in 2025.