In response to the Manchester Arena terror attack, tattoo artists from across the country have come together in unity to support the Manchester Tattoo Appeal. The campaign has now raised an incredible £519,762 which equates to 10,000 bee tattoos and makes it the 5th largest crowdfunding page on the site.
Tattoo parlours across the UK pledged their own time and resources to tattoo as many Manchester Bees as possible as a lasting symbol of Manchester's courage, strength and defiance to raise money for the families affected by the terrible tragedy.
On the JustGiving page it says: “There has been an overwhelming response from studios across the UK, Europe and the World who have opened their doors in solidarity.
“We are hugely grateful to all the studios and artists taking part, and we ask that all funds raised are donated through the official Manchester Tattoo appeal JustGiving page, so as to keep an accurate running total.”
A supporter who left a message on the site said: “I had my tattoo today and donated £50. It just shows at this tragic time we all support each other and stand together.”
In total, over £4.7 million (including gift aid) has now been raised, from over 900 online JustGiving fundraising campaigns and over 143,987 donations, to support the victims and their families.
