College donates gift boxes for the homeless and vulnerable

Telford College students have donated dozens of Christmas gift boxes to a local charity which supports homeless and vulnerable people.

Students from the college’s foundation learning department have made up a total of 35 festive gift boxes for Stay Telford & Wrekin, from donations collected around the campus.

They also handed over packs of pillows, bedding, books, dried foods, children’s items and sanitary products.

Foundation lecturer Jade Rowe said: “Each box contained a selection of toiletries, food items, plus warm accessories such as hats, gloves, scarves, and Christmas treats. 

“The boxes were made up by our Preparation for Life students, with some help from a Workskills group and other students within the foundation department.”

The campaign began in November by asking staff and students around the college – as well as their friends and families – to donate items. 

Jade said: “This is something our department has done for several years as part of our students’ community action projects within their local communities. We would like to thank everyone who has been so generous to donate.”