Barratt David Wilson Redrow Homes South Wales has raised more than £59,000 for its Charity of the Year, Wales Air Ambulance — surpassing its original goal by more than £9,000.
The charity, which provides critical care 24/7 to those suffering a life or limb-threatening injury or illness, was selected by employees after its first responders saved the life of a team member’s son.
Over the past year, to mark their gratitude, employees have taken part in a wide range of fundraising challenges. From its Technical Project Manager pedalling the equivalent of climbing Yr Wyddfa four times over to two team members taking on an Ironman triathlon and eight colleagues hiking the National Three Peaks — in the blazing heat.
The money raised will go directly towards supporting Wales Air Ambulance’s mission to deliver critical care across Wales, which costs the charity £11.2 million each year to maintain.
Lewis Allwood, Charity Lead at Barratt David Wilson Redrow Homes South Wales, said:
“We are incredibly proud of all the staff members that have taken on tough challenges to raise funds for Wales Air Ambulance – and there are still more to come with two members completing a full Iron Man in September. This charity is close to the hearts of many of our colleagues, and so to see so many team members pushing themselves to the limit has been nothing short of inspiring.
“Partnerships like this are so important to us — they allow us to give back to the communities where we build and to support vital lifesaving work. We look forward to continuing our fundraising efforts in the months ahead and announcing our new charity for 2026, very soon.”
Abi Pearce, Corporate Partnerships Manager at Wales Air Ambulance, added:
“We are hugely grateful to the Barratt team for their phenomenal support as Charity partners, during 2024-25.
“It has been wonderful to team up for a variety of events which have helped raise an incredible £59,000 which will undoubtedly help save many lives across Wales.
“As a charity, we are funded by donations — meaning hugely generous contributions, like this, are crucial to keep our helicopters flying and rapid response vehicles on the road, wherever and whenever they need us.
“We cannot thank the Barratt team enough for all they have done in aid of Wales Air Ambulance. Diolch yn fawr.”
