Food bank advent calendar

"This was all Williams's idea. He knew to look for offers to be able to purchase as many items as possible. I said if he spent £2.50 I would match his amount. In total, he spent £5.00 on pot noodles, cereals, pasta and sauces

Myself and my husband were very proud of him. We have now said that each month we will, as a family, donate a couple of items to the Food bank. Something so small can have such a huge impact for someone."
- Mum, Charlotte

Last year we encouraged colleagues, members and customers to #GiveALittleSomething 🎁 and donate items of food and other essentials to their local food banks.

Food banks provide vital support for people who are having a hard time. That's why throughout December 2022 we supported them by promoting a Food Bank Advent Calendar.

We invited people to donate a different item to their local food bank every day from 1st - 24th December 2022 by popping items in the collection bins in our food stores.

Some created their own collection box at home, work or school to build up their advent calendar items. These were then donated to their local food bank in the new year – when they may have struggled for donations after the Christmas surge.

Many members donated their dividend too. They were able to add it to their shop at the checkout.

Please find details below of the local food banks we supported.

#GiveALittleSomething 🎁