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Ex-Footballer's MBE for Tackling Homelessness
12 Jun
Summary
- Lou Macari recognized with MBE for a decade of homeless charity work.
- The former footballer established the Macari Foundation in 2016.
- His MBE also acknowledges his notable football career achievements.
Former Manchester United and Scotland player Lou Macari has received an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours for his dedicated work with a homeless charity in Stoke-on-Trent. Macari established the Macari Foundation in 2016, motivated by the scale of homelessness he observed in the city.
His commitment spans a decade, and Macari noted that conversations with locals now often focus on the homelessness crisis rather than football. He finds profound satisfaction in this work, emphasizing its importance beyond the wins and losses of a sporting career.
The MBE also acknowledges Macari's successful football career, which included playing for Celtic and Manchester United, and representing Scotland. He began his charitable efforts after encountering individuals experiencing homelessness and securing a repossessed property to offer them shelter.
Other Staffordshire residents were also honored. Jamie Richards received an MBE for his work with AED Donate, promoting public access defibrillators. Nicola Twemlow was made an MBE for her contributions to philanthropy and the Stoke-on-Trent community through her roles with Made in Stoke and YMCA North Staffordshire.
