Glasgow boxers hand out hundreds of hot meals to homeless people in the city centre
Promoter Raz Parnez prepared 250 portions of chicken curry for Homeless Project Scotland on Glassford Street, but more than 400 people turned up.
Glassford Street in Glasgow city centre, where Homeless Project Scotland runs its soup kitchen. · Photograph: Kirsty S. Ross (CC BY 4.0)
A group of up-and-coming Glasgow boxers have served hundreds of hot meals to homeless people at Homeless Project Scotland on Glassford Street in the city centre.
Raz Parnez, who runs RT Elite Promotions with his brother Baz, prepared 250 portions of chicken curry, rice and naan bread, the Glasgow Times reports.
Who organised the meals?
Raz Parnez of RT Elite Promotions, a Glasgow boxing promotion he runs with his brother Baz, organised the effort with a group of the city's up-and-coming boxers.
How many people came?
More than 400 people turned up, well above the 250 portions prepared. The charity's soup kitchen manager, Jean Watkins, and her colleagues filled the gap with hundreds of baguettes and sandwiches for those who missed out.
What does it say about homelessness in Glasgow?
The turnout reflects the scale of need in the city. Glasgow declared a housing emergency in November 2023, and the council has approved a £674 million plan to build more than 6,500 affordable homes over five years.
How can I help?
Homeless Project Scotland runs its soup kitchen on Glassford Street and accepts donations and volunteers through its website.