On 10 October, Stephen travelled to Bradford for the opening of Christians Against Poverty’s (CAP) relocated head office.
CAP is a debt charity which seeks to tackle the causes of poverty by empowering local churches to provide free financial support and budgeting skills. Since 2010, they have helped over 20,000 people become debt free.
CAP first opened its headquarters in 2001. Ten years later, it opened a neighbouring centre to house more staff and volunteers. The organisation has since grown significantly, so CAP have moved into one single building.
During his visit, Stephen addressed CAP’s staff team, volunteers and supporters. He was given a tour of the premises and heard from a number of the charity’s support teams who will now be based together in the new building.
Speaking after his visit, Stephen said “I enjoyed visiting Bradford again, for the opening of Christians Against Poverty’s new headquarters. Now, more than ever, families across the country need CAP’s vital support. Without the efforts of their volunteers based in local churches across the UK, many would be in a terrible situation this winter as they grapple with the cost of living crisis. CAP’s new building looks like a great place for staff to carry out their vital work.”