Half-term Football Programme In Dewsbury Ensures Kids Don’t Go Hungry.

More than 160 young people attended a half-term football programme in Dewsbury which helped to make sure they did not go hungry during the holiday.

The programme, run by the 20:20 Foundation, was held at Kick Off in Savile Town last week.

Supported by councillors in the Dewsbury West and South wards, along with resources provided by Dewsbury Whitegates and transport for some families attending by Bywell Cars, the project reached more than 160 young people to have fun, stay healthy, safe and make friends.

Councillor Jackie Ramsay (Labour, Dewsbury South) said: “My colleagues, Councillor Ahmed and Councillor Dad, and I had no hesitation in supporting our young people from the ward attending this programme and making sure they stay safe, well and healthy in holiday times.

“The 20:20 Foundation have been doing this for a number of years and the longevity of the programme speaks volumes about the project run by volunteers.

“We would like to thank Whitegates, Bywell Cars and Kick Off for making this work for so long.”

Project lead Mr Zaman said: “Our attendees have come from some of the most challenging areas of Dewsbury and Batley, with some of the most needy families in north Kirklees.

“This programme shows community sprit with partners from private businesses and elected members supporting our initiatives.”

Jamel Baig, owner of Kick Off, said: “Kick Off was set up to help the community and although we have to keep the model sustainable our relationship with the 20:20 Foundation and this project goes back to when this project started over five years ago.

“Credit goes to all the volunteers who help out tirelessly.”

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