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Craig Swan

Celtic raise more than £700,000 for fund that supports those affected by Covid-19

Celtic have raised more than £700,000 in their Football for Good Fund to deliver much-needed support to those affected by Covid-19 problems.

The Premiership champions have worked to raise cash to help alleviate the evolving complications of the crisis.

So far, 11,000 hot meals have served to frontline NHS staff, 35,000 vulnerable families and individuals supported, assistance provided to 9,000 vulnerable pensioners, 4,000 people facing homelessness and 1,600 primary school pupils supported

Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell, said: “As a club with a proud charitable heritage, we have had a real sense of responsibility to do all we can to help those affected by the pandemic, particularly people on our doorstep.

“Celtic has been at the forefront of UK football, delivering valuable support to thousands of people. The figures show the real, meaningful impact of our work.

“The club, our fans, our sponsors and partners have joined forces to deliver a crucial, powerful response to this crisis which has been second to none and we thank everyone involved. This work will continue and as long as we can help and make a difference, Celtic will be here to do so.”

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