Our charities for 2020
Wanstead WI supports and raises funds for a local charity throughout the year.
During 2020 members supported the Magpie project, which helps mothers and under-fives living in temporary accommodation in Newham, in 2020.
Wanstead WI donations to the Magpie project
In December 2020 members donated 101 gifts for the Mums, 100 books for the children and babies as well as a large selection of knitted items and newborn baby clothes.
During the Covid-19 lockdown members have provided:
We also supported a local foodbank and Knit for Peace.
During 2020 members supported the Magpie project, which helps mothers and under-fives living in temporary accommodation in Newham, in 2020.
Wanstead WI donations to the Magpie project
In December 2020 members donated 101 gifts for the Mums, 100 books for the children and babies as well as a large selection of knitted items and newborn baby clothes.
During the Covid-19 lockdown members have provided:
- 20 babygrows
- 9 cardigans
- 6 sets of bootees
- 8 knitted blankets
- 3 carrier bags full of toiletries
We also supported a local foodbank and Knit for Peace.