More than £90,000 raised to help the most vulnerable across Wolverhampton
More than £90,000 has been raised to help the most vulnerable across Wolverhampton through a fundraising project.
Leaders across te city came together to launch four campaigns – under the One City Fund umbrella – to help those in need.
It has raised a total of £90,764 for food banks and a number of charities, with more than 250 people and businesses coming forward to donate.
Wolverhampton Council leader Councillor Ian Brookfield said: "The One City Fund was created, in response to the spirit of generosity shown throughout the city, to give people a simple way to contribute to the city’s efforts to support vulnerable residents during the pandemic and make sure no-one gets left behind.
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"I’d like to thank everyone who donated to the One City Fund campaigns, the organisations the fund is supporting provide a vital lifeline for people across our city.
"I’m delighted to say that each of the campaigns exceeded their individual targets, demonstrating the resilient, caring and community-spirited nature of our city."
