Wonderful response to Leeds pram appeal
Just three weeks ago Leeds Baby Bank issued an urgent appeal for prams for the families it supports.
And now the Armley-based charity, which works to make sure no child goes without because they are born into a family experiencing poverty. says the response has been wonderful.
Sarah from Leeds Baby Bank said: “Thanks to supporters all over our city, we have received lots of prams!
"So many, in fact, that we have been able to give a pram to every family who has a newborn or a baby due soon and needs a pram but is unable to afford one.”
The prams are still being received and are getting a wipe and hoover from the team of volunteers, including Kelsey and Maya.
All families receiving a pram, or any items from Leeds Baby Bank, have been referred by health or social care professionals as living in poverty.
Sarah added: “This isn’t just a nice-to-have. Prams help families get out and about, attend appointments for the health of mum and baby, get exercise and fresh air and - crucially - help end isolation.
"Thank you from all the families we’ve been able to help.”
But the charity's work doesn't end with prams as the charity this week issued a new appeal for help.
Sarah added: “Now we wonder if the people of Leeds might have a highchair or two they no longer need!
Donations can be dropped off at the Leeds Baby Bank hub near Armley Gyratory.
Just visit www.leedsbabybank.org/donate-items to let them know when arriving. Anyone who cannot get to the base can email [email protected]
Sarah explained: "If you haven’t got a highchair to donate, but would like to help, you can buy an item from Leeds Baby Bank’s Amazon wish list or make an online donation by visiting www.leedsbabybank.org"