On February 14, 2026, the Love, Amelia baby bank issued an urgent request for children’s clothing for those aged one and older in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. The charity warned that its stocks are nearly gone, leaving them with almost no clothes to give to families who need help immediately.
The organisation uses pre-packed storage bundles to respond to emergency calls for help from local families. According to the Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance, these essential kits are currently empty due to high demand in the community.
Figures from Children North East show that 39.7 per cent of children in the city live in poverty, which is one of the highest rates in the country. The charity, which supports children from birth up to age 16, provides a vital service that the Sunderland Information Point lists as a key resource for the region.
Founder Steph Capewell, a former social worker, started the group to fill gaps in support that other services could not provide. The charity’s work was recently recognised with the King’s Award for Voluntary Service, an honour highlighted by the University of Sunderland for its impact on local families.
Residents, churches, and local groups are being asked to donate new or used clothes to help keep the service running through the winter. This support ensures that the charity can continue to help the thousands of children it serves across Tyne and Wear and County Durham.
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