Home-Start Aberdeen has successfully provided winter coats to 50 children from 32 families across Aberdeen City, thanks to a substantial £1,500 donation received from the Khyber Pass Association through its All Wrapped Up appeal.

The initiative comes at a crucial time as many families continue to face mounting pressures from the cost-of-living crisis, with essential items such as winter clothing becoming increasingly difficult to afford for many households.

Cameron McCready of Home-Start Aberdeen, emphasised the significance of this year’s campaign: “The ongoing cost-of-living challenges mean that many families are having to make difficult choices between keeping warm and putting food on the table. Being able to provide warm coats to 50 children this winter will make a difference to these kids and families.”

The charity, operating from its premises in Langstane House on Dee Street, has seen firsthand the growing need for support among local families. This year’s donation has enabled them to reach 32 families, providing essential outdoor winter clothing for children.

“While the number of families we’ve been able to help this year reflects the ongoing challenges in our community, we’re grateful for the continued support that makes initiatives like this possible,” added Cameron.

Chris from Khyber Pass explained their motivation: “We understand that families in our community are facing tough times, particularly living costs continuing to be high. Ensuring children have warm coats for winter is a basic necessity that no family should have to go without. We’re proud to support Home-Start Aberdeen for another year in making this possible.”