NHS workers at the University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff will receive free food and drink as part of a new volunteer-led initiative.
The project is led by Kasim Ali, founder of Cardiff's Waterloo Tea café, and will start on Monday, March 30 at University Hospital Wales.
Based at the Heath Sports and Social Club, the aim is to provide somewhere close to the hospital where NHS workers can get some respite and a healthy, nutritious meal while on-site cafés close down because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Volunteers hope to raise enough money to serve 500 people a day, equating to 3,500 meals per week.
Mr Ali said: “Times are already very challenging and are likely to get worse. We all depend on NHS workers to care for us, our families, friends and colleagues.
"Through this project we aim to make a contribution to looking after those NHS staff on whom we rely so heavily. Whether you are a supplier, caterer, business or individual we would be very grateful for your help and support.”
Waterloo Tea staff are volunteering for this project and said they will do all they can to support the hospital.
However, they can’t do it alone and need as much help as possible and have set up a fundraiser here.
The project will cost around £10,500 per week and an initial target to raise £25,000 has been set. So far, just over £7000 has been raised.
- Suppliers
Ingredients for chefs to cook with
Disposables/takeaway boxes and coffee cups (ideally compostable or recyclable) - Caterers
Prepared meals we can deliver to the hospital for healthcare workers to eat something healthy and nutritious.
We can contribute to the cost of ingredients from our fundraising. - Businesses & Individuals
Cash donations for purchasing essential items including ingredients, drinks, disposables.
For more information about the initiative call Kasim Ali on 07977 531802.
