Help is in store for foodbank and community hub, Mickey’s Place, to boost its services to local residents thanks to a welcome donation from Gentoo.
Following a visit by our Chief Executive Officer, Louise Bassett, late last year, those running Mickey’s Place revealed they were regularly reaching their storage capacity due to the number of donations they were receiving to help meet the ever-growing demand for food.
During the visit, after learning about how many visitors Mickey’s Place were expecting over the Christmas period, Louise kindly gifted a well needed commercial microwave and bain marie.
Now, with the further donation of a much-needed storage container from Gentoo, Mickey’s Place has been chosen to host one of Sunderland City Council’s digital health hubs, which provide residents with free access to laptops and wi-fi and support to improve digital skills and knowledge. You can find out where your local digital hub is here: www.sunderland.gov.uk/article/29583/Digital-Health-Hubs
Louise Bassett, Chief Executive Officer at Gentoo said: “Mickey’s Place is a well-used foodbank and community hub based in the heart of one of our communities.
“When we heard they were struggling, we knew there was something we could do to help. Mickey’s Place support our customers and local residents to ensure they have access to food and other valuable support when they need it most. The hub is run by dedicated volunteers who work around their own busy lives to support a community they care about.
“It’s great to hear that our donation has allowed Mickey’s Place to further improve their service for customers and local residents.”
Speaking of the donation, Rev Julie Wing said: “The container has been a godsend. It has allowed us to open the doors to explore further opportunities.
“The partnership we have formed with Gentoo is great, it’s allowed us to work collaboratively to provide a service that benefits both local residents and Gentoo customers.
“We honestly can’t thank Gentoo enough for all the support they had provided.”
