A Bath-based charity which supports local families to make positive long-term lifestyle changes has been awarded a £4,500 grant to support its work during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jilly collecting shopping for some of the families the Sporting Family Change Foundation supports
The Sporting Family Change Foundation in Bath applied to the ‘In This Together – Community Matters’ fund set up by Western Power Distribution (WPD), the electricity network operator for the area.
The fund, which has now closed, was launched to help community groups and organisations deliver urgent care and support to thousands of families across the region during these challenging times.
It invited applications from charities, local hospitals, community groups, parish councils and local authorities for grants of up to £10,000 to help those directly affected by the pandemic.
Jilly Edwards, from the Sporting Family Change Foundation, said: “Thanks so much for the grant; it has enabled us to support many local families in food crisis during the coronavirus pandemic by delivering a weekly food shop.
“Many have lost their jobs and are struggling to feed their families. It has literally been a lifeline for those who are isolating and can’t get out. Thank you so much.”
In response to an urgent need for direct support, WPD has donated more than £73,000 to a range of community organisations and charities across the Somerset area, enabling vital support and care to be delivered to people impacted by the coronavirus.
Alison Sleightholm, WPD’s Resources & External Affairs Director, said: “Our team has worked tirelessly to get our fund running and active.
“I’m delighted we‘ve been able to move quickly and support some fantastic organisations which are making a real difference to thousands of vulnerable people during the pandemic.”
