Northumberland residents are being urged to nominate a charity to receive a festive financial boost.

Benefact Group's Movement for Good Awards is set to give away £120,000 as part of its annual 12 Days of Giving Christmas campaign.

For 12 days in the lead-up to Christmas, the financial services group will donate £1,000 to ten charities each day.

This means that 120 charities in total will benefit from the initiative.

Nominations are now open and residents are encouraged to nominate a charity they care about, giving them a chance to receive a share of the award money.

Draws will take place every weekday between December 5 and December 20.

Benefact Group chief executive Mark Hews said: "We’re delighted to be giving away another £120,000 in valuable donations to causes around the country.

"We know that charities across the country are struggling, and for many, the festive season is a critical time.

"We’re asking residents to take a few minutes of their time to nominate a cause they especially care about.

"We know that £1,000 can make a huge difference to the incredible work that charities do and we’re looking forward to seeing how this financial boost will change lives for the better."

Nominations can be made at movementforgood.com.