Customers fund new car for Evri driver after breakdown
Evri delivery driver Ann West received a new vehicle after local customers secretly organised a fundraiser to cover her replacement costs.
Community fundraising effort
Ann West, 59, was forced to resign from her position at Evri after her personal vehicle suffered a terminal mechanical failure. The breakdown left the long-term driver unable to perform her delivery routes, effectively ending her employment.
Recognising the impact on their local service, West's regular customers initiated a discreet collection to assist with her situation. The group successfully raised enough funds to purchase a replacement vehicle, ensuring West could return to her professional duties.
Impact on local delivery services
The initiative highlights the relationship between delivery personnel and the communities they serve. West had established a consistent presence in her delivery area, making the loss of her services notable to local residents.
The funds were collected through a coordinated effort by her customer base, who sought to surprise the driver with the news. Upon discovering the collection, West learned that the total amount raised was sufficient to secure a reliable car for her upcoming shifts.
While the specific total of the collection has not been publicly disclosed, the outcome has allowed West to resume her role within the Evri network. The gesture provides a solution to the financial and professional barrier created by her previous vehicle's breakdown.