Buzz Bingo has raised £300,000 for the Stroke Association over its three year partnership with the charity.

The total raised surpasses the partnership’s original fundraising target of £200,000.

Another focus has been to help the charity’s work to tackle social isolation following a stroke, which aligned with the bingo firm’s aims around connecting communities.

This has Buzz Bingo host local stroke support groups at its venues.

Of the money raised, £170,000 Was through official charity games, with the rest through collection tins at its clubs, sales, events and sponsorship from the firm.

“It’s been humbling to play a part in raising £300,000 for the Stroke Association,” said Buzz Bingo chief executive Dominic Mansour.

“This achievement isn’t just about the money – every sponsored walk or run, every tea party and charity bingo game has built connections in our community.

“Bingo itself can support motor and cognitive skills, so supporting stroke survivors in their recovery and giving them a place to socialise felt like a natural fit.

“One of my favourite moments was seeing our exclusively designed charity dabbers in action when a local stroke support group played bingo – a fun project that helped raise thousands while sparking conversations about stroke.”

Stroke Association chief executive Juliet Bouverie added: “Over 85,000 people survive a stroke every year in the UK, but surviving a stroke is just the start of a long and gruelling recovery journey.

“Anyone, mums, dads, grandparents, young people, even children can have a stroke, and its impact is traumatic.

“We are incredibly grateful to Buzz Bingo and its customers for their outstanding support during the three-year partnership. The fantastic amount raised is testament to their creativity and commitment.

“These funds will help us to provide tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year, fund vital scientific research, and campaign to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.”

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