Knit smoothie hats to help Age UK
AGE UK Berkshire is calling on the skills of local knitters and crocheters in an effort to raise money for elderly people in need.
The Big Knit campaign is hosted by Age UK in collaboration with Innocent, known for its smoothies.
For 18 years, needleworkers have been encouraged to knit ‘hats’ for smoothie bottles.
These are mailed to Age UK and for every be-hatted smoothie sold, the charity will benefit by 25p.
More information on the scheme can be found at bit.ly/3fQkN7M
Age UK Berkshire’s chief officer Fiona Price said: “We need the people of Berks to join us and help knit as many miniature hats as possible to help us hit our 1,990 hat target.
“It’s been a challenging time for everyone, but this is a really fun campaign to get involved in and it’s a great activity to do while we’re all spending more time at home.
“The money raised from these little hats will make a big difference
to the lives of older people in our area, many of whom have been badly affected by the pandemic.
“Every hat knitted will help to fund our hugely important services, including befriending lonely and isolated people, providing essential information and advice, supporting those who’ve just come home from hospital, and more.”
Head of brand at innocent drinks Katie Simpson said: “We’re delighted to be working with Age UK on the Big Knit once again.
“After a hard year, we want to make this campaign as big as possible so we can help more older people than ever.
“We’re incredibly grateful to all the heroic volunteers helping us get there.”