Baby bank's urgent appeal as demand for help grows
Summary
Leeds Baby Bank, a charity helping families with baby essentials in Leeds, says more people need help than ever before, especially as winter approaches. The charity, founded in 2017, is asking for more money and donations to keep up with rising demand caused by higher living costs.Key Facts
- Leeds Baby Bank provides items like Moses baskets, prams, nappies, and clothes to families in need.
- Since June, the charity has helped about 550 families, with numbers expected to rise.
- Many families needing help have at least one parent who works but still struggle with bills and the cost of essentials.
- Child poverty in some parts of Leeds has grown from one in five children before COVID-19 to one in two now.
- Around 27% of children in Yorkshire and Humber live in low-income families.
- The charity recently moved to a bigger, more accessible building, which has increased their expenses.
- Donations, including small monthly gifts from local people, are crucial to keep the charity running.
- A £5 donation can buy important items like a new mattress for a Moses basket.
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