The Hope Hub, a charity based in Camberley that provides support services to people who are homeless from across Surrey, were delighted to receive a donation of £2,730 from the Morrisons Foundation.

The support from the charitable arm of the supermarket has enabled The Hope Hub to offer healthy cooking workshops for adults affected by homeless people for a year.

Mags Mercer, CEO of the Hope Hub said: "We are absolutely delighted to have received this generous funding from the Morrisons Foundation.

“It enables us to deliver vital cooking and life skills training to some of the most vulnerable members of our community, all within a safe, warm, and supportive environment.”

The Hope Hub provides support to people who are, or at risk of, homelessness in Surrey.

placeholder image — The Hope Hub provides support to people who are, or at risk of, homelessness in Surrey.

“Through this, we aim to instil the importance of good food, nutrition, and confidence-laying the foundations for greater independence and brighter futures."

David Scott, Morrisons Foundation Trustee said: “Supporting charities at the heart of our community is what the Morrisons Foundation is all about.”

“I’m delighted that we’ve been able to help the vital work of The Hope Hub to continue to help homeless people, or those at risk of becoming homeless in Surrey.”

“The healthy cooking workshops will not only offer nutritious food, but also an opportunity for homeless people to engage with the additional support services offered by The Hope Hub, which will make such a difference to their lives.”

The Morrisons Foundation was set up by Morrisons supermarket in 2015 and awards grants for charity projects which help improve people’s lives. Since launching, over £45 million has been donated to hundreds of charities across England, Scotland and Wales.