Some of Surrey Heath’s most vulnerable families will have their Christmas brightened by a hamper donation from a local gym.
Maximus Gym in Frimley has donated 50 hampers for distribution through Surrey Heath Borough Council’s Family Support team.
The 'Christmas in a box' hampers include food, drinks, Christmas decorations, toys and toiletries, plus a food voucher for fresh produce.
The Council will ensure they are given to deserving families in the borough, who would otherwise have very little for Christmas this year.
Surrey Heath Borough Council Portfolio Holder for Housing, Safeguarding and Support, Cllr Lisa Finan-Cooke, said:
“We are so grateful for the wonderful Christmas hampers that Maximus Gym and its members have donated this year. Members of the local community have gone above and beyond to support the borough’s most vulnerable families. It's an amazing symbol of the community spirit we have in our Borough and makes me very proud.”
A spokesperson for Maximus Gym said: “Maximus Gym are passionate about supporting the local community and bringing everyone together.
“We've put together Christmas hampers for several years now, and this year, even though times are tough for many people, members of the gym have gone above and beyond to support the most vulnerable families in the area by donating towards these hampers. Merry Christmas!"
For more information about the work of SHBC’s Family Support team, visit surreyheath.gov.uk/residents/family-support (link is external).