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Places for People is partnering with 49 warm banks and food banks across the country, including two in Preston and Chorley.
The UK’s leading social enterprise said it is dedicated to transforming lives and nurturing thriving communities.
The latest initiative is part of its Winter Ready campaign.
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They will be providing resources to the Clayton Brook Community Hub warm bank and the Plungington Community Hub.
Marcus Hulme, director of Places Impact at Places for People said: “Winter brings significant challenges, such as an increased risk of damp and mould in colder homes.
“Through our Winter Ready campaign, we’re not just equipping people in Preston and Chorley with the knowledge to recognise and manage these issues; we’re also ensuring our customers know they have a vital safety net.
“By supporting food and warm banks in the region, we’re providing tangible, accessible resources to help these areas navigate the toughest months of the year with confidence and support.”
The annual initiative follows Places for People’s Wellbeing Survey results, which highlighted a continued need for services that support food and heat provision.
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The survey gathered thoughts of over 5,000 PfP customers from across the country with over a quarter of respondents in the North saying they can’t put the heating on in the cold and 17 per cent of people stating they ran out of food and couldn’t afford to buy more.
Marcus added: “We are committed to customer engagement, listening to the people living in and around our communities and making evidence-based decisions to help their lives.
“Sadly, these survey results reinforce what we already know: many of our customers, and the wider communities in Preston and Chorley continue to struggle. By supporting local food and warm banks and highlighting additional resources this winter, we aim to alleviate some of this pressure and support the wellbeing of our customers.”
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