Celtic were formed to provide for the most vulnerable in society and today, our supporters continue to follow Brother Walfrid’s philosophy. Charity has always been at the heart of the Celtic community and a big driver in this is the Green Brigade and North Curve, who have helped fund social projects throughout their existence.
As there is no football, the group have turned their attention from supporting Celtic to supporting the frontline workers that battle against Coronavirus to keep us safe. The preparation of hampers for NHS workers has been followed up by donations of over £3k of PPE equipment. There has been much in the press about the failings of the Conservative government to protect frontline workers but this isn’t stopping the Celtic supporters from doing there bit to rectify the government’s failings.
PPE update: we’re currently awaiting orders of over £3k worth of PPE (face visors, masks, gowns, gloves, goggles) which is being delivered over the next 4 weeks. Some of this has already been allocated. If you know somewhere in need, please send details via DM or email
— North Curve Celtic (@NCCeltic) April 20, 2020
Massive thank you to Chris Main, and partner Ashley, who donated 170 toiletry packs and other assortments at a value of over £1,000.
These will be distributed to Hairmyres, Glasgow Royal, QUEH and the Beatson. pic.twitter.com/8OshoYillH
— North Curve Celtic (@NCCeltic) April 20, 2020
Celtic donated £175,000 to local charities working on the front line during this coronavirus pandemic, and at the beginning of the outbreak the Green Brigade, and North Curve members, put together hampers for NHS workers. You can get involved by following the steps below outlined in their statement on April 1.
We’ve had a lot of requests re the NHS Hampder Drive so have decided to take donations to allow more people to get involved, more hospitals to be reached and more staff to receive. Thank you to all who have supported this so far and as always thank you to the NHS. pic.twitter.com/EEvXpQqeRN
— North Curve Celtic (@NCCeltic) April 1, 2020
Fabulous work by great ambassadors of what Celtic is all about.
INVINCIBLE by Matt Corr
The Celtic Star’s very own Matt Corr – who you may also know as a Tour Guide at Celtic Park – publishes his first Celtic book, titled INVINCIBLE – early next month. This beautiful hardback book will be the definitive story of Celtic’s magical2016-17 season – it truly is wonderful, a real joy to read, and brilliantly written by Matt.
If you have been reading Matt’s regular contributions on The Celtic Star or indeed in the Matchday Programme or in the Celtic View you will know just how talented a Celtic writer he is. The book is published by The Celtic Star and you can pre-order below.
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Help raise money for Celtic Youth Development by joining the £1 weekly lottery and you could win up to £25,000 – just click the photograph below to join. Lots of our readers have already done so and they’re now doing their bit to help fund Celtic Youth Development that can deliver the stars of tomorrow and beyond. And you might even win a few bob too! And a special thank you to all The Celtic Star readers who have already signed up and are now supporting youth development to give us the Celtic Stars of the future…
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