SaskTel employees in Swift Current and area have helped local charities through the Crown Corporation's TelCare program.

Just over $8000 is being contributed to eight organizations in Swift Current, including the Canadian Mental Health Association, the Saskatchewan Abilities Council, Southwest Crisis Services, and the Salvation Army.

The money comes from SaskTel employees who voluntarily contribute through a payroll deduction, and the corporation matches 50 cents for every dollar donated.

Provincewide, TelCare will contribute $350,000 to non-profit organizations this year.