News Archive - 2011
March 2011
Emergency Night Shelter Comes To An End
We operated an emergency winter shelter provision from 29th November until 28 February, through some of the most atrocious weather when temperatures fell to as low as - 10º. In all 57 unique individuals used the Shelter, with an average nightly occupancy of 20 persons. 19 have been found permanent accommodation and 3 have made their way into employment.
None of this would have been possible were it not for the support of the Salvation Army who made available their premises in Armitage Street, and St John’s Ambulance Service who were in attendance every evening. We are also indebted to Luton Borough Council who financed it in full. This has been immensely helpful, particularly when we have introduced a ‘soup kitchen’ funded by voluntary donations to run in tandem with, and beyond the closure of, the shelter. To all those agencies, those who volunteered with us, and our other funders we are truly grateful. And to you, thank you for your support.
January 2011
NOAH - Luton Airport's Charity of the Year
London Luton Airport employees have selected NOAH Enterprise as its chosen Charity of the Year for 2011. The Airport has pledged an initial donation of £10,000 to the charity and employees will work closely with the team at NOAH Enterprise to involve staff and passengers in fundraising activities throughout the year.
London Luton Airport is one of the UK's largest airports, employing over 500 staff and carrying almost 9 million passengers in 2010. Siân Pearce, Community Relations Executive at London Luton Airport said "NOAH Enterprise is a very worthwhile charity and we are proud to be involved with them this year. We are looking forward to working in partnership with the team at NOAH Enterprise to help raise vital funds that will support the services the charity delivers in the community. It is an exciting opportunity for our staff to get involved with a local charity and we already have exciting plans for fundraising and volunteering activities throughout the year".
Jim O'Connor, Chief Executive of NOAH Enterprise said "NOAH Enterprise and the people we care for get so much encouragement from the goodwill and generosity of the community generally. To be chosen by London Luton Airport as their Charity of the Year for 2011 is a wonderful example of that support. The work of NOAH may not, perhaps, have the emotional appeal of some other charities, making the decision of London Luton Airport, one of the premier successful businesses in the East of England, even more heart warming. We are looking forward very much to working in partnership with the Airport s staff team and associated businesses, knowing that it will benefit those who are homeless and at risk of being so, and who are among the most in need in Luton".