Over a thousand items have been donated – more than triple the amount achieved in last year’s very successful appeal.

This is the second year of the Winter Warmer Appeal which supports hWS’s charity partner PEEK (Possibilities for Each and Every Kid). PEEK works to improve the life chances of children and young people living in the Glasgow area.

The appeal received a fantastic response from far and wide with over 730 warm jackets, hundreds of wellington boots and dozens of hats and scarves and selection boxes being donated. This has been achieved thanks to donations from hWS’s supply chain partners, local companies, and also families, schools and individuals.
Iain Marley, CEO of hWS, said: “We are committed to making a difference to communities and this is achieved through the projects that we deliver and emphasis that we place on driving the creation of local jobs, training and business opportunities. On top of this it’s great to lead initiatives such as our Winter Warmer Appeal.

“Over the past two years we have developed a close working relationship with PEEK and, encouraged by the success of last year’s appeal, we were keen to widen this year’s appeal in order to help more children in need of essential items of clothing for winter.

“The response has been overwhelming. We are deeply grateful to our supply chain partners and the many other companies and members of the public from near and far – including Iceland! - for their amazing and generous contributions. This has resulted in the incredible trebling of items donated. This kindness will make a huge difference to children in Glasgow.”

Michaela Collins, CEO of PEEK, added: “We believe every child, regardless of their circumstances, has the right to basic necessities like warm winter jackets and wellington boots. Having the right clothing makes such a difference to the children we work with, it allows them to enjoy the magic of jumping in puddles and possibly play in the snow.

“A massive thank you to hub West Scotland and everyone who donated to the appeal. The response is incredible, and we are so pleased together we can help even more children this year.”

hub West Scotland presented the donation to PEEK on Friday 6 December.

John Mason, MSP for Glasgow Shettleston, went along to the presentation and said: “The hub West Scotland Winter Warmer Appeal makes such a difference to our local community. It’s desperately sad to think that children do not have basic warm winter clothes in Glasgow.

“The response to this appeal has been heart-warming and shows the huge generosity of companies and individuals. It is thanks to companies like hub West Scotland and their commitment to social investment that we are able to do what we can to help our communities.”