A CHARITY helping the homeless has launched an appeal in the countdown to Christmas.
Starter Packs Inverclyde are inviting people to come along to a fundraising coffee morning in St Mary's Church Hall in Greenock on Tuesday, November 26.
They are also looking for Christmas gifts donations including including hats, scarves and gloves for children and adults.
They are also appealing for selection boxes, chocolates and biscuits to put in their packs during the festive period.
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Starter Packs Inverclyde sends out parcels to help those who are homeless settle into new tenancies all year round.
In October they gave out starter packs to 51 homes in the area - 34 to single people and 17 to families, including 26 children - up from 37 homes in August and 31 in September.
All are welcome to show their support at the coffee morning next Tuesday, with doors open from 10am until 12 noon. Entry costs £3.
Find out more about the charity's work at the 'Starter Packs Inverclyde' page on Facebook or by calling 01475 787141.
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