Home-Start Aberdeen is helping more children than ever before stay warm this winter through its annual Cosy Coats Appeal, with continued support from the Khyber Pass Association (KPA).
This year's appeal has provided warm outdoor clothing for 79 children from 51 families across Aberdeen, marking the highest number of children supported through the initiative to date.
The Khyber Pass Association has been a longstanding supporter of Home-Start Aberdeen, contributing to the annual appeal which helps ensure children have suitable clothing for the colder months.
With household budgets continuing to be stretched, the cost of winter clothing can place additional pressure on families already facing financial challenges. The Cosy Coats Appeal provides practical assistance by helping parents access essential outdoor clothing for their children.
Cameron McCready, Chief Executive of Home-Start Aberdeen, said: “Every child should be warm and comfortable during the winter months, but for some families, finding the money for coats and other essentials can be a real challenge.
“This year, we've been able to support more children than ever before through our Cosy Coats Appeal, providing warm outdoor clothing for 79 children from 51 families across Aberdeen.
“We're extremely grateful to the Khyber Pass Association for their continued support. Their generosity over the years has helped us make a practical difference to families, easing some of the financial pressure that comes with raising young children. It's a wonderful example of how local organisations can work together to support our communities.”
Home-Start Aberdeen provides practical and emotional support to families with at least one child under the age of five, helping parents build confidence, strengthen family relationships and navigate challenges before they become crises.
The Cosy Coats Appeal is one of several initiatives delivered by the charity to provide additional practical support to families, alongside its home-visiting volunteer service and family support groups.
Chris Findlay, Secretary of the Khyber Pass Association, commented: “We're pleased to continue our support for Home-Start Aberdeen and the Cosy Coats Appeal. Knowing that our contribution is helping local children stay warm this winter makes the fundraising efforts of our members all the more worthwhile.
“Home-Start Aberdeen does important work with families across the city and we're proud to play a part in supporting that. It's particularly heartening to see the appeal reaching more children than ever before.”
Home-Start Aberdeen has been supporting families across the city for nearly 40 years, offering free, confidential and non-judgemental support to help give children the best possible start in life.
For more information about Home-Start Aberdeen and its work, visit www.homestartaberdeen.org.uk.