A NORTH Solihull social enterprise has paid heartfelt thanks to community groups who stepped in to help after their equipment was stolen from a tool shed.
Gro-Organic, which runs a number of horticultural projects in and around Chelmsley Wood, was alerted to the theft last month - just days before it was due to complete surprise garden makeovers for elderly residents.
Following the setback, Shirley Round Table and The Heart of England Community Foundation came forward during the organisation’s “hour of need” and offered to make substantial donations to replace the items.
In a post on Facebook, Gro-Organic said: “There is a very small minority of scum who steal from charities but I have to say my faith in people has been fully restored.
“I can't believe how many residents,businesses and kids have rallied round to help us. It means so much.”
Eddie Halliday, from Shirley Lions, said the money had been raised through events such as the annual Donkey Derby and Cider Festival and that the group had been “happy to help”.
If you are offered any cheap tools for sale or know anything about the theft please call Solihull Police on 101.
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