Major beneficiaries this time around include Maggie's Aberdeen, which offers support to people with cancer and their families. The charity has received £5,000 to partially fund the vital role of a Clinical Psychologist, who will provide individual and group support for people living with cancer and their loved ones.
Last month, James Barrack presented a cheque to Vera Schroeter, Centre Head, Maggie's Aberdeen, who said: "We are incredibly grateful to The Barrack Charitable Trust for their donation. The majority of our funding comes from voluntary donations, so we rely on funders to be able to provide free expert psychological support for people living with cancer. Especially now when the urgency and scale of the need for cancer support in the UK has never been greater.
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"At Maggie's we know that 3 in 5 people find the emotional impact of diagnosis harder than the physical challenge, which is why our programme of support is designed to deliver the best possible psychological care, without waiting lists.
"We also know that people with cancer, as well as family and friends, can need support beyond treatment and that a diagnosis can have a lasting impact on people's relationships, confidence and overall mental health.
"But thanks to funders like The Barrack Charitable Trust we are here for people at possibly the hardest time of their lives."
James Barrack, Trust Chairman added: "We are proud to contribute to this important cause. Supporting the funding of a clinical psychologist at Maggie's Aberdeen is a meaningful step towards ensuring comprehensive care for cancer patients.
"By addressing both the physical and mental health needs of patients, we hope to make a significant impact on their overall well-being and recovery journey."
Other charities being supported around Scotland include Edinburgh Sick Kids, Scotland's Bravest Manufacturing Company from Erskine and Harbour Ayrshire.
