Newcastle United confirm how the club is supporting local communities this Christmas
Newcastle United has outlined how the club will support communities across Tyneside this Christmas.
The club and the Newcastle United Foundation wrapped up the fourth annual 'A Helping Hand at Christmas' campaign by fulfilling a pledge to support more than 1000 local families throughout December.
The month-long campaign saw players and staff unite to deliver memorable moments, tackle food poverty and provide warm spaces within the community.
In addition to visiting hospitals across the city last week, the club and its foundation opened the doors of St. James’ Park to host Christmas dinners for more than 200 families identified through Newcastle United Foundation outreach programmes.
Club and Foundation staff embraced an expanded volunteering programme, contributing more than 65 hours of hands‐on support at Newcastle Foodbank hubs in the week prior to Christmas.
Academy players also supported older generations with youth squads visiting care homes across the North East.
Speaking as the campaign launched on Monday 1st December, Newcastle United’s CEO
David Hopkinson said: "Since moving to the North East, I've been touched by the warmth and generosity of people in this city.
"Newcastle United is much more than a football club, it's a cornerstone of the community - that's why A Helping Hand at Christmas means so much to us. By pledging to deliver food, warmth and magical moments, we have committed to making a meaningful difference across the region this Christmas."