Almost £14,000 was generated thanks to the generosity of individuals and businesses across Fife and beyond.

People were invited to sponsor stars, which lit up LinkLiving’s West Bridge Mill building in Kirkcaldy at a special switch-on event in December.

Sarah Smith, LinkLiving’s CEO, said: “I am delighted with the amount raised from the Sponsor the Sparkle campaign in 2022. These funds will further the work of LinkLiving in assisting people to positively transform their lives.

“I would like to thank those individuals and businesses who showed such generosity during the current cost-of-living crisis. Their support will make such a difference to the individuals and families LinkLiving assists. I very much look forward to working with our supporters and communities to build on the success of the Sponsor the Sparkle campaign when it resumes later this year.”

LinkLiving is a trauma-informed health and well-being charity that helps people of all ages to overcome the negative impacts of trauma, mental health, inequality and isolation.

Its approach focuses on the belief that people can be supported in turning negative life experiences into positive skills which will enable them to have the best life possible.

Details of how you can support Sponsor the Sparkle will be released later in the year.