Donations to the Manchester Evening News Covaid-19 appeal to support those most in need across our region have topped £10,000 in the first 24 hours.
Small or large, every donation counts and will go a long way in these unprecedented times.
Editor-in-chief Darren Thwaites said: "It's a fantastic response from our readers.
"This is a city that won't just walk on by when someone is in need.
"Please keep giving generously because every penny raised will make a difference where it really matters right across Greater Manchester."
To find out more and donate, visit here.
The M.E.N. has joined together with the Greater Manchester Mayor's Charity to raise money for the most vulnerable people in all 10 of our boroughs during the coronavirus pandemic lockdown, from elderly people to homeless families living in hostels.
A £10 donation could provide a box of toys and puzzles to keep children entertained, or weekly 'companionship' calls for elderly people who most need them.
A donation of £15 will cover a basic family food and drink parcel for a week.
If you can stretch to £20, that could provide daily house calls for vulnerable older people, while £50 covers a parcel including clothes, food and, if needed, baby supplies, plus debt or budgeting advice.
All the money raised will be distributed via the mayor of Greater Manchester's charity.
This usually focuses on helping the homeless, but during the pandemic is launching a new campaign to raise money to help all those who may be vulnerable as a result.
Cash will be used to help existing charities and voluntary organisations buy food parcels, toiletries, other basics, care and specialist support - emotional, financial or even with IT - for those who most need it.
The mayor's charity has been running for two years - and has raised more than £2m.
To find out more and donate, visit here.
But Andy Burnham said the coronavirus represents the biggest challenge yet.
"I would encourage everyone who can donate to the mayor’s charity to do so, and help turn a life around," the mayor of Greater Manchester said.
On Wednesday the UK's coronavirus death toll rose by 763 in 24 hours.
Sadly, 18,100 people have now died in hospital after being diagnosed with coronavirus.
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