Nisa Local on Mountsteven Avenue, operated by retailer Billy Maher, has donated £611.26 to the Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir in Peterborough through Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) initiative.
The donation will help fund the temple’s vital community outreach efforts, which provide essential services to those in need, primarily by supporting the temple's extensive community outreach programs.
The Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir plays a crucial role in the local community, providing food for homeless individuals in Peterborough, organising everyday activities for elderly members, and supporting local food banks.
Additionally, the temple promotes health and well-being through keep-fit sessions and health checks while extending support to refugees and NHS members.
With a membership base of 1,000 and serving around 3,000 individuals across Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, and surrounding areas, the temple is a pillar of community support.
Established in 1973, Bharat Hindu Samaj has a rich history of fostering cultural and religious harmony, welcoming members from diverse backgrounds, including Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, Nepali, and Bengali communities.
Beyond local aid, the temple has also provided donations for disaster relief efforts both in the UK and internationally.
Billy Maher, owner of Nisa Local Mountsteven Avenue, expressed his pride in supporting the cause, “Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir is a cornerstone of the local community, offering essential support to so many people.
"It is an honour to contribute through Nisa’s MADL initiative, and I am delighted that this funding will help sustain their invaluable services.”
Kishor Ladwa, President of Bharat Hindu Samaj Peterborough, shared his gratitude: “Any donation we receive is vital in allowing us to continue our charitable efforts.
"This generous contribution from Nisa Local Mountsteven Avenue will enable us to expand our food distribution programs, continue our elderly support services, and enhance our health and wellbeing activities for the community.
"We are truly grateful. We have some members with Nisa stores and we try to support them and the MADL charity as much as we can.”
Kate Carroll, Head of Charity at Nisa, also commended the donation, “Our Making a Difference Locally initiative aims to support grassroots organisations that make a real impact.
"Bharat Hindu Samaj Mandir has been serving the Peterborough community for decades, and we are proud to play a role in ensuring their continued success.”
