YOUNGSTERS in need across Inverclyde are feeling warmer on winter days thanks to a generous donation from a local charity.

The Senit Foundation gifted £500 to Children in Poverty Inverclyde, and CIPI founder Pat Burke and his team used the cash to buy fleece-lined padded jackets for youngsters aged three to 12.

The jackets made their way to children at Bluebird Family Centre, Glenbrae Children's Centre, Aileymill and St Francis nurseries, and Lady Alice Primary School.

Councillor Tommy McVey dropped the jackets off to pupils at Lady Alice.

Pat also used some of the money to buy clothing for infants and donated supplies to Greenock and Port Glasgow health visiting services.

Respected late businessman Gerry Deeney raised more than £100,000 for good causes after launching the Senit Foundation.

Since his death his daughter Aileen and fellow Senit trustees have continued his legacy.

Pat says he was very moved by the donation.

He said: "The Senit Foundation has played a hugely pivotal role in bringing good cheer to many families for several years.

"It's a wonderful legacy in memory of Gerry.

"Thank-you so much to Aileen and fellow Senit trustees for their kind donation."