Morley Place pupil’s generous donation helps people sleeping rough this Christmas

Eight-year-old Teddy from Morley Place is helping keep people who are forced to sleep on the streets warm this Christmas after donating 33 sleeping bags and festive gift hampers to The Salvation Army.

Teddy felt moved to do something after seeing someone rough sleeping outside a supermarket and realising that they didn’t have a home to go to.

The donations, along with a further £350 that Teddy collected, will be given to Charter Row, The Salvation Army Lifehouse, which supports people who are homeless in Sheffield, to distribute.

Teddy said: “When I went to the shops I always saw a homeless man outside and always wondered where they lived. I collected sleeping bags, socks and gloves and some chocolate to go to people who are homeless to help keep them warm and safe.”

He received a ‘star of the week’ award at school for his achievement and a certificate from The Salvation Army for his ‘contribution to the work of The Salvation Army Homelessness Services in Sheffield’.

Mr Duncan, Head of Academy at Morley Place Academy, said, “We are so proud of Teddy and his charitable work. As a member of our Pupil Parliament, he has shown exceptional empathy and dedication by collecting donations for the homeless. His initiative is inspiring; he epitomises the very best of a Morley Place pupil, showing empathy, dedication and kindness.

“As a Parliament, we’ve discussed the importance of helping others. Teddy has taken this to heart, demonstrating how even small actions can make a big difference. We’re incredibly proud of his kindness and commitment to the wider community.”