Mercian Educational Trust launches campaign to support Key Stage 2 library

With Christmas fast approaching and the rising number of donors wishing to donate over the season of goodwill, Mercian Educational Trust (MET) provides an alternative to the traditional Christmas gift.

MET is calling on businesses, parents, alumni, and the community to make a real difference this Christmas with the “Share a Story” campaign. Instead of traditional gifts, donors can give a meaningful contribution for as little as £2 to help fill the Great Malvern Primary Schools’ library shelves with new books. Each donation directly supports Key Stage 2 pupils, inspiring a love of reading and enhancing their access to literature.

“For just £2, you can buy a book for our school’s library. Instead of a gift this Christmas, Share a Story,” reads the campaign message. The initiative is simple but powerful: a single small donation provides a child with a new book, fostering literacy and lifelong learning.

All corporate donors will be acknowledged publicly for their generosity, with special recognition for local businesses that support this meaningful cause. The “Share a Story” campaign offers a unique opportunity for businesses to align with educational advancement while spreading goodwill.

This campaign is an invitation to give a simple but impactful gift. For more information, visit https://www.metacademies.org.uk/fundraising/