But Lions Food Hub founder Kelly Webster said 'there is so much work still to be done' with food bank attendees doubling in recent weeks
A footballer and founder of a Bermondsey food bank has vowed not to rest on her laurels despite winning her third community champion award from the players’ union.
Millwall goalkeeper Kelly Webster, who launched the Lions Food Hub last year, which operates from the Millwall Community Trust on Bolina Road, won the prestigious PFA award for the third year running on Tuesday night.
Kelly has now retired from football because of a severe ankle injury, so this will be her last award from the PFA.
“I am truly honoured to receive the PFA community champion award for the 2021/2022 season,” she said.
“There is still so much work to be done in the community, with the cost of living going up and up. At the Lions food hub our number of families has doubled in recent weeks.
“We continue to keep raising money to help feed as many people as possible while also promoting the right to food as I believe no one should go hungry.
(This story first appeared in Southwark News)
