Shocking figures reveal over 200,000 UK children are now supported by Baby Banks
THE SUN’s campaign to help the UK’s struggling baby banks has helped establish the UK’s first ever national network of banks, the Baby Bank Alliance.
Baby banks are community organizations that support families in need with everything from cribs, diapers and wipes to clothing and books.
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Shocking new figures published today by the Baby Bank Alliance show that almost 200,000 British children were supported by baby banks last year.
The research also found that referrals to baby banks increased by 54 percent between 2021 and 2023.
Sophie Livingstone, Chair of the Baby Bank Alliance, said: “All children should have a safe place to be. sleepwarm clothing and shoes that fit.
“Without the baby banks in the UK providing this incredible safety net, thousands of children would not be able to benefit from this.”
Last year, generous Sun readers and influential British businesses donated more than £100,000 to Baby, Bank on Us and Cosy at Christmas campaigns, but also many volunteers who spend their time donating second-hand goods.
The Baby Bank Alliance brings together the UK’s 200 baby banks so they can support each other and work together.
The call from Fabulous Baby, Bank On Us, supported by The Princess of Walesexposed how families hit by the cost of living crisis are relying on baby banks.
The Baby, Bank On Us campaign has been backed by Princess Kate, who said: “I am very proud to be able to support this.”
Kate Middleton, 42, who is known for her work highlighting the importance of early childhood, urged people to volunteer or donate to the Fabulous campaign, saying “today’s children will build the societies of the future”. future.”
Pop star Leona Lewis, 39, TV presenter Christine Lampard, 45, Good Morning Britain presenter Charlotte Hawkins, 49, pop star Alexandra Burke, 35, and TV personality Kate Lawler, 44, have also passionately supported the campaign.
Major brands made an effort to make life-changing donations, including Sainsburys, Tesco, Ocado, Pampers and Lidl.
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How to Support Fabulous’ Baby, Bank On Us Campaign
– Give money by donating here or by scanning the QR code.
– Donate clothes, toys and other essentials to a baby bank wherever you are in the UK.
– Volunteer your time. To find your nearest baby bank, visit Littlevillagehq.org/uk-baby-banks.
