Arcubus’s first investment pledges and donations

Thursday, June 10th, 2010

Pledges for investments and donations begin to arrive, from institutions including St Paul’s Cathedral, Holy Trinity Brompton and the Allen & Overy Foundation as well as from some generous individuals. The trustees and our partners are very grateful for these early indications of support and look forward to building on them.

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