The Isle of Wight Council’s housing service has teamed up with local firm Workwear Island to support the homeless this Christmas, with a donation of hoodies.
Ellie Moore is the owner of Workwear Island, a printing service that provides bespoke uniform for businesses and charities across the Isle of Wight.
She approached the Isle of Wight Council after a close friend of hers experienced being homeless. The encounter made Ellie realise the reality of hidden homeless people on the island and this inspired her to talk to the Council about what could be done to deliver an innovative campaign called ‘Hoodies for Homeless’.
Workwear Island has kindly provided 32 hoodies for the homeless this Christmas, which were given as Christmas presents this year. The project was partly funded by the Isle of Wight Council through the Work and Pension’s Household Support Fund.
Ellie said:
“I own a small printing business based in Ryde, proudly supplying workwear to companies across the Island. This also gives me the chance to lend a hand and support others wherever I can.”
“Recently, I approached the council with an idea to use my business to provide people in need with something special to open on Christmas Day because what’s more comforting than a hoodie?”
“It was such a pleasure meeting the wonderful team and residents at Howard House, and I’m looking forward to supporting them with more projects in the future.”
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Councillor Ian Stephens, deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing and Finance, said:
“This very kind gesture is so appreciated as we endeavour to support those who are desperately in need of help”.
In the future, Ellie would like to organise charity events and work in collaboration with housing services to reach more people in need.
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