Aldi across Tyne and Wear raises millions for cancer trust

Aldi stores and customers across Tyne and Wear have contributed to the sum raised for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

Since the partnership began in 2017, Aldi staff in the region have taken part in skydives, cake sales, and marathon challenges, with shoppers offering further support through donations.

Liz Fox, national sustainability director at Aldi UK, said: “Reaching £13 million is a fantastic achievement and shows what can be accomplished when colleagues and customers come together for a cause that truly matters.

“The work Teenage Cancer Trust does is invaluable, and we’re determined to go even further – that’s why we’ve set ourselves the ambitious target of £20 million by 2031.”

To celebrate the £13 million milestone, Aldi colleagues in Tyne and Wear and throughout the UK will take part in the Walk With Us challenge.

To celebrate the £13 million milestone, Aldi colleagues in Tyne and Wear and throughout the UK will take part in the Walk With Us challenge (Image: Aldi)

This involves walking 13,000 steps each day over two weeks to mark International Nurses Day on May 12, reflecting the distance a nurse typically covers during a shift.

Funds raised help the Teenage Cancer Trust continue its work providing specialist care and support for young people with cancer.

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Aldi had originally aimed to raise £10 million by 2027 but exceeded the target early in 2024.

The supermarket has now extended its commitment to £20 million by 2031 and will make an additional donation of £13,000 to the charity this year.

The partnership supports vital care for young people across the UK.