Huge boost for Batley homeless project with £5,000 grant from major supermarket

The charity has received vital funding thanks to a grant of £5,000 from the Morrisons Foundation.

The foundation grant will ensure the provision of food and essential items as well as provide ongoing support, advice and guidance to those who are homeless, rough sleeping or at risk of homelessness in West Yorkshire.

Derek Hallas, chairman of Batley Homeless Project said: “We are facing even greater demand in our services following the Covid-19 outbreak and the £5,000 will go a long way to help us achieve more through this difficult time.

“We really appreciate the support from the Morrisons Foundation.”

Adrian Horsley, Morrisons foundation advisor said: “Morrisons is committed to helping the most vulnerable in our society.

“We know that the coronavirus outbreak presents a particular risk to homeless people and I’m delighted that the Morrisons Foundation has been able to help fund Batley Homeless Project’s vital work in our local community.”

The Morrisons Foundation was set up by Morrisons supermarket in 2015 and awards grants for charity projects which help improve people’s lives.

Since launching over £29 million has been donated to hundreds of charities across England, Scotland and Wales.

The Morrisons Foundation is looking to support more charities and organisations in the West Yorkshire area. Local charities are encouraged to visit the www.morrisonsfoundation.com website to find out how to apply for a grant.