Norwich City players, coaches and execs donate £200,000 to help support local people during pandemic

The donation is made up of money sacrificed from salary by Canaries staff

Thursday 02 April 2020 10:01 BST
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Players, coaches and executive staff at Norwich have donated £200,000 to help local people affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

The donation is made up of money sacrificed from salary by Canaries staff, and will go towards the purchase and distribution of essential food and toiletries to those in need in the city and the county of Norfolk.

Norwich captain Grant Hanley told the club’s website: “There are clearly a lot of complexities and discussions happening at this time, but right now this absolutely is the best thing we can do for our community.

“As a group of players, we wanted to stand up and do our bit. The lads have heard at first-hand stories and challenges that some of our supporters are currently facing. We need to make sure we’re reaching out and helping those who have been hit hard and are struggling at this time.”

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