#RightNow thousands of charities are campainging to fill the £10bn gap that will allow charities to continue to provide vital services now and beyond the pandemic. At Makerble, we’re backing the #NeverMoreNeeded campaign because we know that the work charities do each day helps change people’s lives, and our communities, for the better.

There are endless stories we could share, but here are just 5 examples of things charities are doing #RightNow to support the sector.

Charities are #NeverMoreNeeded

1. Covid vaccinations for the homeless are happening in the first week of March in Manchester

Mustard Tree Manchester, Barnabus Manchester and Booth Centre are providing Covid vaccinations for the homeless on the 2nd, 4th & 5th March. This service will protect some of the most vulnerable in the city.

2. Help Harrogate volunteers provide vital support to their community

Help Harrogate volunteers are working to help isolated and those shielding in the city. From shopping, to phone calls and taking people to their vaccine appointments, the volunteers are working hard to ensure people are getting what they need and provide a vital service in the city.

3. Local Mind charities provide mental health support every day

Local Mind charities, like Mind Greater Manchester, provide advice, support and helplines to help people experience better mental health. During the pandemic, this type of support has never been more needed.

4. The Dame Kelly Holmes Trust supports young people facing disadvantages

Many young people facing disadvantages across the UK struggle to engage with education and their communities. The Dame Kelly Holmes Trust uses the power of world class atheletes to inspire and empower young people to become more active, confident and acheive their full potential.

5. Youth groups help young people to connect in safe spaces even during the pandemic

Youth Groups, like those provided by Young Bristol, are still happening online, helping young people to connect with others, get creative and provide support with their mental health and wellbeing.

How can you help?

These charities and many more require a further £10bn of fudning to continue to provide their services. The Never More Needed campaign has written an open letter to the governement to an Emergency Support Fund.

• I work in the charity sector

If your organisation wants to support the campaign too, you can sign the open letter.

• I’m a member of the public

Download the template letter that you can send to your local MP.