Clothing collection points for Turkey and Syria set up across Scotland

Volunteers are accepting clothes, blankets and toiletries.

Author: Callum McQuadePublished 9th Feb 2023
Last updated 9th Feb 2023

Collection points for donations to help people affected by the earthquake in Turkey and Syria have been set up across Scotland.

Volunteers are accepting clothing, power banks, heaters, blankets, hygiene equipment, diapers, sanitary pads and a range of other items in good condition.

They have been started by the Association of Turkish Alumni and Students in Scotland.

Rania Mohiuddin from group said: As we fight against time to save as many lives as possible, the smallest amount of help can go a very long way.

"With your help in publicising these collection points and donation channels, we hope to help those in dire need of warm clothes and shelter."

Where can items be dropped off?

Glasgow

In Glasgow, donations are being accepted at Est-Esthetics Clinic on 170 Ingram Street and at Flat 4 on 8 Riverview Gardens.

Edinburgh

Items will be collected at Smith Place Hotel, Krem Karamel Café, Memet Grill, Atlas Gift Shop and Raf Gift Shop.

Stirling

My Dessert House.

Aberdeen

Turkish Education and Cultural Trust.

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