Winter clothing donation drive comes to Luton
People in Luton are being asked to donate coats and warm clothing as part of Human Appeal’s 10th annual Wrap Up campaign.
Starting today (October 6), the charity is appealing for winter essentials to help vulnerable people stay warm during the colder months.
The campaign lasts until November 3 with all items going to those experiencing homelessness, refugees, asylum seekers, domestic abuse survivors, and children facing hardship.
Donations can be dropped off at Discover Islam, on Upper George Street, and Safestore, on Cosgrove Way.
This year’s campaign aims to be the biggest Wrap Up yet, with a target of collecting 10,000 coats and 30,000 winter clothing items, including scarves, gloves, hats, and jumpers.
Razwan Faraz, associate director of UK Fundraising at Human Appeal, said: “‘For many of us, winter is a time of togetherness and celebration as we look ahead to the coming year. However, as many people across the UK continue to experience hardship, particularly those facing homelessness or seeking asylum, winter can be a time of fear.
"To celebrate the 10th anniversary of our annual Wrap Up campaign we encourage the public to donate what they can, to spread a message of unity and care with those less fortunate this winter.”