August 2024
Home Start HOST is thrilled to announce that it has secured a significant grant of £33,000 The Eric Wright Charitable Trust to support the essential service Cascade Baby Bank, which is more crucial than ever amid the ongoing cost of living crisis.
The funding will allow Home Start HOST to support the Baby Bank Assistant position, ensuring the smooth operation and expansion of opening times. With the rising costs of food and energy, many families struggle with the costs of baby goods and clothing. The Baby Bank offers essential items like clothing, prams, and nappies to families in need, with demand steadily increasing.
The Baby Bank processes over 100 referrals per month.
Referrals come from Health Visitors, Social Workers, and other professionals.
Families receive essential items for babies and children aged 0-10.
"Our Baby Bank has become a lifeline for many families facing financial hardship," said Sarah Cook, CEO at Home Start HOST. "This funding will enable us to continue providing vital support and meet the growing demands of our community."
Our Baby Bank is always in need of good quality preloved items baby items such as prams, highchairs, and clothing. We also welcome donations of new items such as nappies, and cot mattresses. Donations can be dropped at the Baby Bank, Unit 3B Arrow Trading Estate, Corporation Road, Audenshaw, M34 5LR: Mondays & Tuesdays 8:30am-11:00am and Thursday 1:30pm - 3:00pm or at the Hyde Charity Shop, Unit 2 Clarendon Square, Hyde, SK14 2QT. Monday – Saturday 10:00am – 4:00pm. Tel: 07593 815 538 email: cascade@homestarthost.org.uk
For more information, please visit http://home-starthost.org.uk or call us on 0161 344 0669 or 01204 216 537.
Home Start Host is dedicated to supporting families through challenging times, offering practical and emotional assistance. With a team of dedicated volunteers, we work tirelessly to ensure every child has the essentials they need to thrive.
The Eric Wright Charitable Trust was established by Mr. Eric Wright in 1990, in the belief that the role of business in society is not to create wealth for the few but rather to help in building a strong community. He gifted his entire shareholding to the Trust to make it the sole owner of the Eric Wright Group. You can read more about the trust here: https://www.ericwright.co.uk/charitable-trust/