Belfast Charitable Society made the decision to support Black Santa for the first time as part of its 250th anniversary celebrations for its home, Clifton House in December 2024. Professor Alastair Adair, Chair of Belfast Charitable Society explained “The familiar sight of Black Santa on the steps of St Anne’s Cathedral has become synonymous with the giving spirit and generosity of the people of Belfast. An ideal also close to the hearts of past and present members of Belfast Charitable Society. The decision to support Black Santa’s remarkable fundraising initiative was made as part of our 250th Anniversary celebrations of Clifton House.
Professor Alastair Adair, Chair of Belfast Charitable Society explained “We are delighted to be able to make this significant donation of £73,600, bringing the total Black Santa fundraising total up to £200,000. As Ireland’s oldest extant charity, Belfast Charitable Society has been addressing disadvantage for over 270 years and sadly knows too well the need that still exists due to poverty today.”
Over 108 local charities who are working to address homelessness received a share of the £200,000.
