Barratt and David Wilson Homes Donate to Ilkley and District Good Neighbours

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Ilkley and District Good Neighbours, a charity delivering essential support through social and practical schemes, has received a significant donation from Barratt and David Wilson Homes. The donation, made via The Barratt Redrow Foundation, will be put towards the charity's Dementia Hub and Café, which has seen an unprecedented increase in demand since its launch 12 months ago. Lucy Steer, Manager at Ilkley and District Good Neighbours, expressed her gratitude, stating that the funding will help keep their services running and support the community.

Key Takeaways:

  • The donation was made by Barratt and David Wilson Homes through The Barratt Redrow Foundation, supporting national and local charities in the UK.
  • The charity's Dementia Hub and Café has seen an unprecedented increase in demand since its launch 12 months ago.
  • The donation will help Ilkley and District Good Neighbours keep their services running, including hiring rooms and having a paid member of staff to coordinate groups.
  • The charity is volunteer-led, with minimal costs, but requires support to continue its work in the community.
  • Gavin Birch, Managing Director at Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West, expressed pride in donating to Ilkley and District Good Neighbours, a charity supporting local people in need.
  • The charity is based near David Wilson Homes' Imperial Court and Centurion Meadows developments in Burley in Wharfedale.
  • The donation is part of Barratt and David Wilson Homes' Community Fund scheme, building connections in the local community and supporting great charities like Ilkley and District Good Neighbours.

Statistics:

  • The donation was made via The Barratt Redrow Foundation.
  • The charity's Dementia Hub and Café has seen an unprecedented increase in demand since its launch 12 months ago.
  • The donation will help Ilkley and District Good Neighbours hire rooms and have a paid member of staff.
  • The charity is volunteer-led, with minimal costs.

Sources:

  • Ilkley and District Good Neighbours
  • Barratt Homes in West Yorkshire
  • David Wilson Homes in West Yorkshire