Manchester United Foundation has received 1,800 coats from generous donations of fans, players and staff in supporting the matchday coat appeal last weekend.
The men’s and women’s teams donated to the campaign, while Erik ten Hag presented Foundation Chief Executive, John Shiels, with his training coat at his pre-match press conference before the Reds took on Brentford.
The Foundation’s matchday appeal was then met by an unbelievable response from supporters at Old Trafford, with donations made before and after the game.
Shiels said: “I am truly overwhelmed with the kindness and generosity shown by everyone at Manchester United to support the Foundation’s appeal.
“We are already seeing the huge difference this will make to young people and families in need this winter with extremely positive feedback received from staff at our partner schools.”
With the sorting process of the coat complete, they are now being distributed by Foundation staff to partner schools.
Each partner school will receive 30 coats, and the Foundation will donate remaining coats to local poverty charities in Greater Manchester, including Mustard Tree and Two Brews.
This was a fantastic initiative set up by the Foundation and it’s something fans can be proud of – as well as their own aid to help a great cause.
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