A NORTH East charity has had a much needed boost after receiving a donation from a leading global de-icing and anti-icing company.

Kilfrost, based in Newcastle, has become a gold sponsor of The Calvert Ball, which will help Calvert Trust Kielder host its third annual black tie event, which will be held at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead in September.

The event raised £30,000 in total last year with organisers hoping to raise £40,000 this year to help continue the work of the charity, which helps people with disabilities to achieve their potential through the challenge of outdoor adventure.

Kilfrost chief executive Gary Lydiate said: “Kilfrost has always taken its role in the local community seriously, and as a company proud of its strong roots in the North East, we were keen to sponsor The Calvert Ball to help raise much needed funds for Calvert Trust Kielder.”

This year’s ball will take place on September 2 at the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead. To book a ticket or to sponsor the event contact Hazel Munro on 01434 250232 or email hazel.munro@calvert-kielder.com