We are delighted to share the creative ways people are contributing to The British Asian Trust this summer. From breaking records for the biggest bollywood dance to adding £1 to their bills at Benares Restaurant and Bar, our supporters are helping us to meet the greatest needs. Whether it's  corporations becoming partners or students staging bake sales, every donation makes a lasting difference. Give now.   

Manoj Badale, Chairman

More than 1,400 Manchester Mega Mela revellers danced their way into the history books by joining The British Asian Trust and Rubicon in beating the world record for the biggest ever Bollywood Dance. 

Mayfair’s Michelin-starred Benares Restaurant and Bar invites you to win lunch for two (to the value of £80) with a glass of chef Atul  Kochhar's Signature Wine. The winner will experience Benares’ delicately-spiced  Indian food, striking design and impeccable service. In association with the competition, Benares is inviting guests to contribute £1 per table to their bill to support the vital work of The British Asian Trust throughout the month of August. Enter to win lunch at Benares. Celebrity chef Atul Kochhar is a Trust Ambassador.

An innovative approach to charity fundraising was launched by WorldSpreads, and UK financial commentator and author Alpesh Patel to support The British Asian Trust. Read more about BATrustMarkets

Two dynamic new Ambassadors have joined the Trust team.  Along with her television achievements, BBC presenter Dr Shini Somara (right) is a ballerina, engineer, aerobics instructor, model and mountaineer. Pop sensation Jaya (left) is recording hit after hit in between show-stopping performances.

Abdul Jabbar ignored his deteriorating eyesight until he became blind. He had no money for treatment. No longer able to work, Abdul became a burden on his elderly father. Then he discovered the Layton Rahmutalla Benevolent Trust (LRBT), a Trust charity partner providing free eyecare in Pakistan. Surgery was performed at LRBT’s Rashidabad site. “I am so happy to see the colour of the world again,” he said when his bandage was removed. “LRBT is a great blessing.”