Western Power Distribution (WPD) have this week launched a new fund for registered charities or community groups, parish and town councils and local authorities.
The company’s £500,000 ‘In This Together – Community Matters Fund’ intends to support communities affected by the Coronavirus outbreak within the firm’s operating region, by helping local organisations to deliver vital support and services directly people in vulnerable situations.
Phil Swift, WPD’s Chief Executive, said: “I’m delighted to announce we are launching this fund. We are establishing this with £500k to directly support community organisations who are working at the grassroots, helping families and our customers who need extra care throughout the coronavirus pandemic.”
“I’m pleased that we will be able to offer much needed financial support to enable key service partners to deliver vital support to people at this time, from food drop-offs to befriending services for those living in isolation alone.”
“We look forward to hearing from local organisations with ideas of how our funding could help them to extend their support.”
For more information about how we’re supporting staff, customers and communities, visit our Coronavirus page.
