On Friday 29th June, YMCA Taunton held another impactful Community Pantry event, continuing our mission to support local families in need. This latest event assisted more than 40 individuals and families.
School Uniform
In addition to our usual 15 items for £2 pantry offer, we also held a used school uniform sale, which provided an affordable option for parents to equip their children with necessary school attire. This initiative was made possible with the generous help of RAFT and Achieve Day Support, showcasing the power of community collaboration.
Vodafone SIM Card Giveaway
Thanks to a generous grant from Vodafone, we were able to distribute SIM cards to those in attendance. These SIM cards come with 20GB of data and offer free calls and texts for six months, a valuable resource for families needing reliable communication and internet access.
Looking Ahead: Uniform Pantry Day
Building on the success of our recent events, we are excited to announce plans for a dedicated Uniform Pantry Day. This initiative aims to alleviate the significant expense of school uniforms for parents. We hope to have a large number of brand new uniforms donated by Asda, ensuring that every child can go to school with confidence.
Community Spirit in Action
The success of our Community Pantry event underscores the importance of local support and collaboration. We are grateful to all our partners and volunteers who made this event possible, and we look forward to continuing our efforts to support our community in meaningful ways.
Stay tuned for more details about our upcoming Uniform Pantry Day.
Together, we can make a difference!
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