A cheque for £500 from the Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund (Greater Manchester) was presented to Nightstop Stockport & Trafford, by Deputy Lieutenant Dr Mukti Bhattacharyya on behalf of the Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester. After speaking to staff and volunteers, Dr Bhattacharyya said he was impressed with the content and volume of work carried out by Nightstop in the communities of Stockport & Trafford.
Mr John Banbury (Chair) gave thanks on behalf of Nightstop and spoke of the need of support like this to ensure the continuation of this vital work: “Our statistics show the need for all of our services. Providing emergency accommodation for homeless young people in the homes of volunteers is the basis of our work, but we also have a Starters project which has proved invaluable. We provide practical and emotional support to young people, the majority of whom are care leavers, when they get their first independant accommodation. Our support to the young person can continue for many years and our records show many young people do return to Nightstop for support after the initial plan has ended. ”
“Small local charities like Nightstop exist on a shoestring budget and the Duchy of Lancaster donation will enable us to continue providing these much needed services.”
Nightstop is always on the lookout for new volunteers and sources of funds. If you feel that you can help in any way they can be contacted on 0161 474 0520 or at www.nightstop-stockport.net
Vicki Lees (Coordinator), Dr Mukti Bhattacharyya, John Banbury
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