24 July 2025

Community raises over £90,000 to support those affected by Exmoor coach crash

Over £90,000 has been raised so far for Somerset Community Foundation’s (SCF) Together for West Somerset Appeal, supporting people affected by the tragic coach crash in Exmoor on 17 July.

An incredible £36,000 of this has been raised by a GoFundMe campaign started by local resident Bobbie Rammond, who has chosen to donate the funds to SCF to distribute to those affected.

Bobbie said: “This tragedy has shaken our whole community, and the outpouring of support has been both humbling and emotional.

When I started the fundraiser, I simply wanted to do something – anything – to help those affected. I’m grateful to now be working alongside SCF to ensure that the funds raised go exactly where they’re needed most, with care, transparency and compassion.

This partnership will allow us to reach the families and individuals most impacted, not only now but in the difficult weeks and months ahead.”

Justin Sargent, Chief Executive of Somerset Community Foundation, said: “We’re incredibly grateful for the kindness and solidarity that Bobbie, and the thousands of supporters of his appeal have shown, to our community at this incredibly difficult time.

Their generosity is already helping us to provide direct support to those affected and will help us ensure that psychological support is there for anyone who needs it in the weeks, months and years ahead.”

Funds from the Appeal are already providing direct support to the families most affected, working closely with Minehead Middle School and Avon and Somerset Police.

The Appeal is now focused on raising vital funds for a range of holiday activities for children and families and immediate and long-term psychological support for those affected.

To donate to the Appeal or read more, visit: www.somersetcf.org.uk/appeal

About Somerset Community Foundation:

Somerset Community Foundation is a grant-making charity that helps build strong communities where everyone can thrive. They do this by funding local charities and facilitating local giving.

SCF provides simple, rewarding and impactful ways for donors to give locally, guided by research and their unrivalled local knowledge.

For small, local charities, community groups and social enterprises, they provide vital funding and support to help their organisations flourish. They provide over £4 million of funding to local groups every year.

By inspiring local giving and funding social action, they support local communities to drive change and realise their dreams.