by Angela Clark Local food aid charity, Food for Thought, is set to expand their services throughout West Dunbartonshire as two new members join the team. The charity was kept busy during the Covid pandemic delivering emergency food packages. The increase in team members … [Read more...] about Food for Thought
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Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope were dispatched in little paper envelopes to communities across Scotland – including West Dunbartonshire. The heart-warming Seeds of Hope idea stemmed from a woman looking for ways to stay connected with her elderly father, hundreds of miles away in … [Read more...] about Seeds of Hope
Old Kilpatrick Food Parcels Launch
An Old Kilpatrick couple have set up a foodbank for people in the village and nearby communities who are struggling as a result of the coronavirus. Maureen and Gordon Cummings launched the initiative the first week in May and on the first day gave out 20 food packages. The … [Read more...] about Old Kilpatrick Food Parcels Launch
Community Action
by Amanda Eleftheriades-Sherry These exceptional times are uncovering and creating local hidden heroes who are going above and beyond to help our communities. Astronomy enthusiast, Joe Burns, is one such man. His love of the stars had led him to join local charity … [Read more...] about Community Action
Young Bankies Talk with Angela Clark
At a time when life journeys should be just beginning, young people are feeling ever more uncertain about what the future holds. Wondering if they will be able to hug their friends in school, get into university or even gain employment, are all on their minds. A group of … [Read more...] about Young Bankies Talk with Angela Clark