The Charity Box on Cheetham Hill Road is a fixture of the local community.
For more than two decades, The Fed has had a charity shop presence in the heart of the Jewish community, raising funds for our essential services and benefitting from donations and unwanted items from people across the city.
As the only shop whose 100% of profits are ploughed back into the community, its place as an institution of Jewish Manchester is secure
But just as much a fixture is the woman inside who makes it all tick.
Karen Morse's official title is manager of the Charity Box, but just as applicable could be 'saviour of the homeless', 'agony aunt', 'dedicated charity warrior' - and all-round Mancunian legend.
Listen to Karen's incredible tale, as she takes us inside for a day in the life of the Charity Box, not just unloading boxes and stacking shelves, but reaching out to those who are lost, helping those in the depths of despair, and saving lives day after day.
As we round off 2021, what better way to end the year than to take heart from Karen's mantra that "...if someone needs help, I'll help them."
That's Karen - a true Human of The Fed.
Humans of The Fed
Welcome to the Humans of the Fed podcast.
Life is 10% what happens, 90% how you react to it, and the everyday experiences of everyday people often provide some of the most fascinating and unique stories.
Humans of The Fed delivers a regular captivating conversation with some of the individuals who make up our organisation and community, weaving honesty and emotion to create an intimate experience which is both raw and inspiring.
If you're a fan of human interest, you know that you can transform a stranger into a friend just by hearing their story; join us, and get to know the Humans of The Fed.
For more information visit www.thefed.org.uk or email [email protected].