Horsham fundraiser for vulnerable more than halfway to its target

The Horsham District Covid-19 appeal has now raised £5,951 towards its £10,000 goal.

Horsham District Council has set a target of raising the money by the end of May.

The cash will be used to buy and deliver essential food and medicines to the vulnerable who are self-isolating.

A council spokeswoman said: “To ensure every vulnerable Horsham District resident gets the essential items they need, we need to raise £10,000 by the end of May 2020.”

She added that £10 will buy essential foods, £20 will buy essential foods and medicines and £50 will buy a small food parcel for a self-isolating resident and contribute to a food bank.

The spokeswoman said: “Any donations are really welcome.

“To give £20 by mobile, just text HUBS to 70085. Texts cost £20 (the donation) plus one standard rate message.

“You can donate online at https://www.horsham.gov.uk/covid19appeal

“Thank you to everyone who has made a donation so far.”

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