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I wanted to say to you all how much our Friday box means but I got a bit overwhelmed. We literally live from it. It's a lifesaver. Thank you again.
Family Action’s Peterborough FOOD Club, a vital resource for the communities of Dogsthorpe and Welland, is facing an urgent financial challenge. With the Household Support Fund Community Grants set to end in September, the FOOD Club is in desperate need of support to remain open and continue providing essential services to local families.
The Peterborough FOOD Club currently supports over 100 members, with an additional 33 families on the waiting list. If the club is forced to close, more than 100 families could be left without access to the affordable, nutritious food they rely on.
The food boxes have become a salvation. We love seeing what we get and planning meals around the ingredients. We've been able to feed a struggling family, as well as feed my mum who has had 9 weeks in hospital. Thanks for all you do.
To keep the FOOD Club running, £20,000 a year is needed. This funding will allow the club to continue purchasing food and providing the community with healthy and nutritious food boxes. These boxes, valued at £15, are offered to families for just £4.50, making them an essential lifeline for those struggling with the rising cost of living.
Sally Grieff, the manager of Family Action’s FOOD Club, emphasised the critical need for support:
The Peterborough FOOD Club is more than just a place to get food – it’s a community lifeline. We’ve heard directly from our members about the difference these boxes make in their lives. For some, it’s the difference between having a meal or going hungry. The need is urgent, and we’re asking for help to ensure we can continue supporting these families who depend on us.
The impact of the FOOD Club is felt deeply by its members, as reflected in their heartfelt testimonials.
Just a note to say ‘thank you’ for being you and putting a smile on my face today. You are all doing a great job providing for people like me struggling with everyday pressures both financially and mentally.
The FOOD Club’s closure would have a devastating impact on the local community. Family Action is urgently appealing for donations and support to keep this essential service running.
For more information on how to support the Peterborough FOOD Club, please contact [email protected].
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