Help Salford4Good

Frontline charities and community groups helping people with the cost-of-living crisis are appealing for the public’s support to keep up their good work.

The Salford4Good cost of living appeal has been launched to raise vital funds to help local organisations, which are supported by Salford CVS, to carry on supporting local people.

Organisations across the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector (VCSE), have seen a huge increase in demand for help as local people are pushed into real crisis by rising costs. A wide range of groups are working hard to provide everything from food to advice and practical support to as many people as possible.

City Mayor Paul Dennett said a wide range of organisations across the city have come together under the Spirit of Salford banner to offer support, but funding is needed to keep the work of local charities, community groups and not for profit social enterprises going.

He said: “I know times are tough, but our city is pulling together to support people and get us through this crisis. There is a vast range of help available, so people have a real choice in where they go to get that support and that’s very important.

“Even the smallest donation to Salford4Good will ensure this invaluable and essential work can continue to support those who need it most not just over winter but well into next year.”

Alison Page, Chief Executive of Salford CVS, said the appeal aims to raise £50,000 over the next 12 months but support is needed rapidly.

She said: “You can donate by visiting our Just Giving appeal page – it’s quick and easy to do and every pound helps.”

For more information, please visit www.justgiving.com/campaign/S4G-CostofLiving

Food bank appeal

If you can, donate a can.

That’s the appeal being launched at Salford’s four Gateway Centres and Broughton Hub (please see page 13 for addresses) which are collecting items for local food banks.

Salford City Council, Salford CVS and Salford Citizens Advice have joined forces to launch the appeal as demand for support has soared.

Items needed for the foodbanks (must be in date and unopened)

Tinned meat, fish, lentils, beans or pulses, Tinned vegetables including tomatoes, Soup, baked beans or pasta in sauce, Tinned fruit or puddings Longlife milk Tea, coffee and sugar Cereal Biscuits and snacks Fruit juice Toiletries and hygiene products for women (new) Baby items (new)

Christmas treats would be appreciated but please avoid any containing alcohol (even alcohol flavoured).