A Glasgow veterans' charity has received a £10,000 funding boost on behalf of Barratt Developments Scotland this month.
Community Veterans Support is one of five organisations across the country to be awarded a share of Barrat's £50,000 fund which helps people 'facing homelessness, financial crisis or social exclusion.'
The Govan Road based charity cares for veterans' health, supports them in finding housing and employment opportunities and combats social isolation.
“We pride ourselves in meeting every veteran who walks through our doors at their point of need and this gift allows us to not only continue with this work but also, where needed, offer extra support to individuals at times of crisis and increased social isolation.
“It will be a huge boost to all.”
David Scott, managing director at Barratt Developments West Scotland, recently met with charity representatives as well as 96-year-old WWII veteran, James Docherty to learn more about the vital services they provide.
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David said: “As a homebuilder, we work in communities across the country to increase the availability of quality homes.
“Addressing homelessness is a cause that’s very close to our hearts but, sadly, the pandemic has exacerbated many of the social and financial issues and put many more people at risk.
“We are pleased to be able to provide some financial support to these organisations at a time when they need it most and hope that our donations will help those who are vulnerable or facing hardship across the country.”
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Other charities to benefit from the fund include Churches Action for the Homeless (CATH) in Perth, The Highland Homeless Trust in Inverness, Social Bite in Edinburgh and Aberdeen Cyrenians in Aberdeen.
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