The coronavirus pandemic has seen him agree to continue as chairman until May 2021, with Cllr Adam Carew remaining as vice-chairman.
Cllr Budden said: “I am delighted to give cheques of £1,425 to the Crossover Youth Centre and Dementia Friendly Petersfield, as these wonderful charities do so much good on a daily basis.”
His chosen charities for the coming year are the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance and The Rosemary Foundation.