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Specsavers Newlands in Glasgow raises £250 for charities
Specsavers Newlands, which is locally owned and operated, participated in several fundraising activities to support local causes.
The team recently undertook a sponsored indoor cycle to Edinburgh, raising nearly £90 for charity Guide Dogs.
They also took part in 'Wear a Hat Day' for Brain Tumour Research, collecting £142.
Specsavers Newlands donated 47 meals worth of food to Glasgow SW Food Bank (Image: Specsavers) As part of their commitment to the community, a significant donation was made to the Glasgow SW Foodbank.
A selection of essential goods, including tinned meat, pasta, cereal, and coffee, were donated.
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According to volunteers, this amounted to the equivalent of 47 meals.
The store also donated vouchers, offering discounts on glasses to those who use the food bank.
Scott Craig, community champion at Specsavers Newlands, said: "It's been incredibly rewarding to see the team come together to support such a wide range of causes, from our indoor cycle challenge for Guide Dogs to raising awareness on Wear a Hat Day for Brain Tumour Research.
"We are also incredibly proud to support Glasgow SW Foodbank by playing a small part to help those most in need.
"Access to essential items like food and vision care is so important, and we hope our donation can help make a meaningful difference in our community.
"We look forward to continuing our support in the future, whether it's through further donations or fundraising efforts, to help support these vital services for as long as they're needed."
Specsavers Newlands, located within the Morrisons supermarket on Newlandsfield Road, is open seven days a week.
