Xmas Hamper Appeal
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The Pitch
Problem statement
We are a community Foodbank near the centre of town ( I started the F/B in 2014 ) we also operate a community fridge on a Monday morning empowering our users to Cooke healthy meals from items available through the fridge but also stoping the waste going to landfill. The supermarkets unfortunately are not able to donate their steel by dated products as they used to as the directive is to sell via ‘ good to go ‘ so we find ourselves in a position if we want to continue we would need to buy the fresh vegetables. We also provide a hot 2 course lunch for our senior members on the last Thursday of the month, Warm space weekly , drop in coffee .
Solution
We wish to provide Xmas Hampers ( Xmas dinner ) for all the vulnerable families that have been referred to us for help - this will include a Turkey and treats plus a gift for the children - we will be holding a Xmas party on the 14th Dec for the children with a visit from Santa .
Why are we best placed to deliver?
I have operated the F/B for over 10 yrs and my transferable skills as a ex military welfare officer assists me in triaging the many families that are referred to us by all Government agencies - we are well known and trusted within the community .
Focus Areas
Delivery plan
Budget breakdown
| Food items for hampers - Turkey - veg - chocolate items - tinned fruit custard - mince pies ect . | £300 |
| Christmas presents for the children’s party ( visit from Santa ) catering for 30 estimated | £300 |
Beneficiaries
35 people
Who will benefit
Expected impact
It will support those that are in financial hardship- supporting the Afghanistan families that have now moved to our community by providing essential items over the Christmas period and gifts for the children .
Track record
We were successful in delivering over 20 hampers last year and want to increase that number this year .