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The Plymouth Soup Run team from St Paul's Church Efford had a relatively busy run despite the wet and windy weather. They served 78 meals, 9 of them for friends and family. Six sleeping bags and lots of warm dry clothing were also given out. Paramedics were called due to concerns for the safety and wellbeing of one client found lying on the pavement at the last stop. In the words of the team leader: "A difficult end to the evening, just reminds us all why we are out there in the pouring rain."
Sixteen clients attended this morning's rough sleeper sessioShekinahkinah. Chef Charlie was complimented for his cooked breakfasts. Podiatrist Jo Forgotten Feet - Helping Homeless Feet FeetUniversity of Plymouthmouth treated five grateful patients; one was helped to go to the ED for urgent treatment. The chance for a chat or to rest quietly was appreciated by all, and one client had practical help to prepare for employment. Thanks to Emily Path DevonDevon andPlymouth Soup Runp Run volunteers.
On a bitterly cold Thursday, volunteers from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints served 74 people, including 2nd bags for family and friends not able to get to the run. There was plenty of food for everyone. A staff member from Path Devon joined the team to check on anyone who was #streethomeless. Thanks to the team.
The Mutley Baptist Church team were out on New Year's Day, serving 76 people plus 9 meals for family and friends. #HMSDrake WO & Senior Rates' mess are kindly sponsoring the team throughout January. Lots of warm clothing was given out, plus six sleeping bags (with referrals to Path Devon for all recipients). Clients were advised of emergency accommodation arrangements for imminent severe weather. Thanks to the team and to Tesco Mutley Plain for a large food donation.
It is because of a huge community effort that Plymouth Soup Run can serve on the streets of Plymouth throughout the year, without a night off, so ...
It was a very peaceful New Year’s Eve for the team from Plymouth Christian Centre, who served food to 51 people. Warm clothing and toiletries were also given out. Everyone was cheerful and calm; a lot of New Year's Eve blessings were shared. HUGE thanks to PCC - including some volunteers out for the first time - for stepping in to cover the evening when we were without a team.
It was peaceful & calm if drizzly on Monday for Hope Baptist Church's team, serving 59 people +10 meals for family/friends. Thanks to Bev, Jaide, JJ & Team #Vivo for prep, to Mark of Plymouth Marjon University for sandwiches, to the bus team of Mark, Will & Bronia, and especially Claire, Caz & Jaide covering illness. Vivo brought a huge Reverse Advent Calendar donation (from distant RAF St Mawgan!) Clients were cheerful and grateful for the food and opportunities for extended conversations .
As 2024 draws to a close, a HUGE thank you to the regular Sunday night team, many of whom volunteer 40 nights of the year. Last night 102 meals were served, 90 to people at the 4 stops, with 12 bags collected for friends and family not able to get to the run. A delicious pasta meal was on the menu, plus LOTS of extras. Hot water bottles, flasks, fleeces and warm throws were also distributed, purchased from The Household Support Fund (Plymouth City Council/Department for Work and Pensions - DWP).![]()
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In reviewing the amazing response to our Reverse Advent Calendar appeal, the Plymouth Soup Run team at Mutley Baptist Church send belated but no less heartfelt thanks for support to: Katherine and Andrew, Shearwater Law, Dave Rowe, Knox family, and a number of anonymous donors. Thank you all.
On a cold, damp Saturday evening, the Plymouth Soup Run team from St Paul’s Church, Efford served 66 people with 9 bags collected for family/friends not able to get to the run. There was plenty of food for everyone with several extras included, thanks to all the amazing Christmas donations received. Lots of clothing, two sleeping bags and a roll mat were also given out. Thanks, team.
Preparations are well underway for the Sunday evening Plymouth Soup Run meal, thanks to Charlie and Jenny, who were busy Shekinah on Saturday morning cooking breakfast and preparing for tomorrow evening. Please note Charlie’s new Plymouth Argyle Football Club apron. Thanks to you both.
Spot on catering on Friday by the team from Plymouth Christian Centre who prepared food for 70 people and served 69. Clothes and toiletries were also available. Many thanks to the team and to PCC for their support each week. They will also be on the Run on Tuesday, New Year’s Eve.
A business team were on the run on Boxing Day serving 56 people, plus some extra meals for family/friends. Plenty of food for everyone with a wonderful selection of sandwiches and pasties and fresh fruit. Many thanks to the Cornwall Bakery (Samworth Brothers) and the team of volunteers for their continued support. The team also gave out lots of clothes, took sandwiches to Sleep Safely at Hamoaze House, and took snack bags and fruit to George House hostel.
A small team of Plymouth Soup Run volunteers opened Shekinah on Boxing Day so there was somewhere warm for people to go. A full English breakfast, lots of snacks, and a packed lunch were provided, with a shower available for all who wanted one. Plus important time to chat. Thanks to everyone.
The Christmas Day team from Mutley Baptist Church served 46 people plus 12 meals for family/friends. A delightful evening with all very grateful, especially for the 'luxury' hot chocolate with squirty cream & chocolate sprinkles, & hot, mulled apple juice. Thanks for donations from: Marks and Spencer, Derriford (sandwiches), MBC (chocolate), & Tesco, Tavistock (lots of food). Additional provisions for Christmas into January kindly sponsored by #HMSDrake WO & Senior Rates' mess.
Every night rain or shine, Plymouth Soup Run goes out same times same places, but teams strive to bring Christmas cheer to those we serve. A busy Christmas Eve for the St Matts Plymouth team, with 77 people served plus extras for family/friends. Wonderful team effort: donations of turkey dinners & gifts from FUEL Catering, gifts via Terri from Plymouth Citybus, sandwiches from Marks and Spencer, & extras from FareShare South West. All gratefully received. Thanks to everyone who contributed.
Monday's Hope Baptist Church team had a calm run, with many clients in good spirits. Viv led the prep team from #Babcock (bringing a welcome donation from #Babcock security) plus Hannah, her partner & Claire. Mary drove Will, Joe, Tallulah, Mark & Prayer Pastors Carl & Simon. Thanks to the team and to: Amanda gifting a cooked turkey, Nathan Cole Devon Door and Lock Co for a large food donation, StreetVet volunteers who treated a couple of pets, and Notre Dame Plymouth 6th formers for kind cards and messages for clients.
Many thanks to Mindful Body Tai Chi-Qigong-Shiatsu (www.mindfulbody.co/) who have raised £550 for Plymouth Soup Run. This was thanks to generous donations from the members of their Tai Chi classes alongside donations made by Shiatsu clients.
On a bitterly cold night, our regular Sunday team had a slightly quieter run serving 79 people. There was plenty of food, treats and extras for everyone thanks to the wonderful donations received from the community, and thanks too to FareShare South West from whom we collect food weekly. Thanks team.
After last night's service, Plymouth Methodist Central Hall&St Peter & the Holy Apostles, Plymouth volunteers served 80 meals on the run. The team was blessed with donated turkey dinners from Salem Church, sausage & chips from Cornwall Street Fish Bar, & food/toiletries donated by Derriford Hospital & our Reverse Advent Calendar. Continuing efforts during the day, Emily from Path Devon, support by Plymouth Soup Run, arranged emergency accommodation for 10 #streethomeless people. Thanks to all.
