Wilma Milligan MBE: Feeding Hope in Ayrshire

In this inspiring episode of Ayrshire Insights, Elliot Boyce sits down with Wilma Milligan MBE, a Prestwick resident whose tireless dedication to helping others has transformed lives across Ayrshire. Recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List for her services to charity and food poverty, Wilma has spent more than a decade building and supporting food banks in Ayr and Maybole.   •  Impact: Over 11 years, these food banks have provided emergency supplies to around 40,000 people, including 10,000 children, ensuring families in crisis had somewhere to turn. •  Motivation: Wilma speaks candidly about her shock at receiving the MBE, her gratitude to the volunteers she calls “hidden heroes,” and the importance of community solidarity. •  Legacy: Beyond food banks, her work highlights the power of grassroots action in addressing poverty and inequality, showing how one person’s vision can ripple across an entire region.   Listeners will hear Wilma’s reflections on resilience, compassion, and the collective effort required to tackle hardship. This conversation is not just about recognition—it’s about the human stories behind the statistics and the enduring spirit of Ayrshire’s communities.