North East tech firm launches app to reward front line workers

The Seaham-based tech company created Front Line Rewards as a gesture of thanks to the selfless heroes caring for us in our time of need.

Members of the public and businesses are able to make small acts of kindness donations via the Front Line Rewards website.

These donations are randomly allocated to NHS workers who have the Front Line Rewards app, as £10 gifts which they can redeem at over 100 top UK brands.

Jonathan Ward, Reward Me Now Partnerships Manager, said: “This is a token of appreciation to show our support for the front line heroes doing an amazing job for our communities during this unprecedented crisis.

“So whether it’s cheering up a tired healthcare worker after a busy night shift, or saying thank you to the unsung heroes of the NHS working round the clock to beat this terrible virus, our website allows people to show how incredibly grateful they are to our brave NHS workers with a small act of kindness.”

The Front Line Rewards app also offers exclusive discounts for the wider key worker community, with savings of up to 18% instantly available at brands such as Argos, Just Eat, Spotify, iTunes, Hobbycraft and Xbox.

“Our key workers are selflessly putting other people’s needs above their own and we wanted to recognise that,” said Jonathan.

“Whether you work within our health service, in a classroom, or as part of our police force, we are delighted to offer you free access to our exclusive instant rewards program and hope that it will be of help in these difficult times.”

The app features instant discounts on things like digital subscriptions, contactless gifting, home entertainment as well as brands to help with home improvements and takeaway meals.

The app is available to anyone who is classed as a key worker according to Government guidelines.

Redu was founded by local entrepreneurs Gary Hunter and Sam Morton, from Bamburgh.

Any member of the public or business can donate at https://donate.frontlinerewards.com/

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