Veezu, which runs in Newport, partners with NSPCC Cymru
Veezu, which runs in Newport, will be donating a portion of revenue from every app-based booking in Wales throughout June to NSPCC Cymru.
The campaign aims to raise £10,000 for Childline, the charity's confidential helpline for young people.
This is in addition to the £26,153 raised since 2023.
Sally Krouma, marketing manager at Veezu, said: "At Veezu, we're passionate about making a positive impact in the communities we serve.
"By donating a proportion of app booking revenue, we hope to help Childline be there for every child who needs someone to listen."
Hywel Peterson, chairman of NSPCC Cymru's fundraising board, added: "We are incredibly grateful to Veezu for standing with us this Childhood Day.
"Partnerships like this are essential in helping us keep children safe and give them hope for a brighter future."
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Veezu, which runs in Newport, will be donating a portion of revenue from every app-based booking in Wales throughout June to NSPCC Cymru. The campaign aims to raise £10,000 for Childline, the charity's confidential helpline for young people. This is in addition to the £26,153 raised since 2023. Sally Krouma, marketing manager at Veezu, said: "At Veezu, we're passionate about making a positive impact in the communities we serve. "By donating a proportion of app booking revenue, we hope to help Childline be there for every child who needs someone to listen." Hywel Peterson, chairman of NSPCC Cymru's fundraising board, added: "We are incredibly grateful to Veezu for standing with us this Childhood Day. "Partnerships like this are essential in helping us keep children safe and give them hope for a brighter future."
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