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Community led by The Saleem Foundation donate over 250 toys to Russell's Hall Hospital

On the evening of Tuesday, December 16, community groups and local businesses led by The Saleem Foundation donated over 250 toys to the children and staff at the Children's Ward, Russell's Hall Hospital.

By contributor Shaun Smith
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High Sheriff Award winner Shaz Saleem said: "Christmas is one festival that unites everyone. It’s so important we are there for one another. No one has seen tomorrow, so it's so important we create priceless memories and enjoy today. My grandad, who was a teacher, was very passionate about supporting youngsters, and it’s that legacy I wish to continue."

Alderman Steve Waltho MBE, Chairman of the Saleem Foundation, said: “We as a Foundation work very hard all year round, our aim is to unite and support the local community. We are grateful for the staff of the The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust and Dudley Group NHS Charity who work extremely hard all year around.”

Community members led by Shaz Saleem, Cassie Gray and Alderman Steve Waltho MBE.
Community members led by Shaz Saleem, Cassie Gray and Alderman Steve Waltho MBE.

Cassie Gray, Vice-chair said: "It was lovely meeting many staff members, including Julie Woolerton and Rachel Hand. We thank them for their amazing contributions."

Community heroes included Louise Westwood, Scarlett Westwood, Mel Nicholls, Russell Moreton, Joanne Hulse, Maya Garbett, Joshua Garbett, Steve Cutler, Susan Bolton, Dawn Keeley, Alderman Steve Waltho MBE, Cassie Gray, Julie Hawkes, Darcey Hawkes and Shaz Saleem were all in attendance to support this amazing cause.

Shaz added: "Huge thank you to all our community groups and personalities for supporting this incredible generosity, this included; The Saleem Foundation, Bert Bissell Memorial Society, Kingswinford & Wall Heath Litter Pick Group, Wall Heath TSF Kuppa Club, Wall Heath in Bloom, Kingswinford Royal British Legion, The Old Courthouse Kingswinford, Kingswinford Food bank, The Wall Heath Tavern, 1st Wall Heath Guides, Tropic Skincare and the One Community team. 

Community led by The Saleem Foundation donate over 250 toys to Russell's Hall Hospital
Community led by The Saleem Foundation donate over 250 toys to Russell's Hall Hospital

"I want to highlight our youngest contributor, 6-year-old Scarlett who has been on a heartfelt mission to collect donations for Home Run Hounds, helping to make sure homeless greyhounds receive Christmas presents."

If you’d like to donate or find out more, please contact Louise: Email: louise26714@gmail.com.

The Saleem Foundation is in its sixth year and is a registered charity set up by Shaz Saleem in honour of his late grandad Al-Haj Master Mohammad Saleem who sadly passed away in 2016.