The total raised from the Mayor's Welfare Fund for Helston's Foodbank Christmas Appeal has been announced.

A total of £1,420 was raised to enable Mustard Seed to continue in supporting some of the most vulnerable people in the community.

The figure was revealed by Helston Town Council, "your generosity during these challenging times is humbling," said Councillor John Martin, Helston Town Mayor.

David Williams, Development Manager, Mustard Seed and Helston & the Lizard Foodbank commented:

"This year saw a very large increase over last year, (somewhat expected) with 110 hampers going out to local families and individuals feeding 392 people (205 of which were children).

"The hampers not only contained all that was needed to provide an excellent Christmas meal but also extra food to feed the family over the Christmas period.

"The task of making this happen, let alone in a Covid safe way, was challenging, but made all the easier by the large team of volunteer drivers, all of whom made the operation slick and safe on Christmas eve morning."

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