We are all acutely aware of the deepening humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan and the huge evacuation operation undertaken. As families who were able to leave before the 31 August deadline arrive in the UK, we are looking at ways that we can provide support.
Families flown to the UK have been taken to temporary hotel accommodation across the UK until they can be rehoused. Many have few or no personal belongings with them or everyday essentials.
We are launching an appeal to support the West London Welcome (WLW) who recently welcomed 170 people, including 70 children under 16, to their post-quarantine hotel in Hammersmith and Fulham. WLW runs a ‘by invitation only’ centre based out of a local church which provides essential items to refugees. In the immediate term, our aim is to help the children within these families with essentials such as clothes along with stationery, colouring books etc. for them to enjoy.
If you would like to help by making a donation, please fill in the form below. We have given an indication of what your donation will buy.
· £10 – Multipacks children’s underwear, teen bras, pjs or multiple colour packs, toys, games
· £20 – A pair of trainers or school shoes
· £50 – A warm teen winter jacket
· £100 – Essential clothing kit for a teenager, including warm jacket, trainers, joggers, hoodie, t-shirts, and underwear