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Coventry Food Network Christmas Campaign 2024

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported this year's Coventry Food Network Christmas campaign. Local businesses and staff have collected much needed food donations which have been given to Coventry Food Network organisations.

Here's a shout out to some local organisations who have worked with the Community Resilience Team to support this year's campaign.

Capita support Feeding Coventry at Foleshill Community Centre

Elena Frangu and Capita staff was one of the first organisations to offer their help with the Coventry Food Network Christmas campaign.

They collected approximately £400 worth of food for Feeding Coventry at Foleshill Community Centre which will be used to support some of the most vulnerable families in Foleshill.

Capita said "We are proud to support the Coventry Food Network Christmas campaign and contribute to such a meaningful cause. We believe in giving back to the community and are committed to supporting charitable initiatives that make a real difference. It’s our privilege to play a part in helping those in need, especially during the festive season."

McLaren Construction support Canley Food Hub with donations this Christmas

McLaren Construction have been supporting Canley Food Hub with donations this Christmas. They collected approximately £400 worth of food an other essentials to support people in need.

Charlotte Green from McLaren Construction said "It has been an absolute pleasure to get involved in supporting Canley Food Hub. McLaren would like to also thank DP Interiors Ltd, Hartle Ltd & Midland Decorators Ltd in joining in with providing food donations for Canley Food Hub. In total we have all collected over £400 worth of food and other essential items. We all truly hope this helps families locally over the next few months".

Julie Hughes from Canley Community Centre said "On behalf of Canley Food Hub, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to McLaren Construction for their incredibly generous donation. This contribution will go a long way in supporting our mission to provide for those in need within our community in CV4 and CV5, particularly as we approach the festive season. Your kindness and support are making a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your partnership in helping us make Christmas a little brighter for many of the families in Canley.

Thank you also for the surprise Hamper. We added it as an extra prize to our Christmas Raffle and the winner was thrilled!”

Staff based at One Friargate donated food to The Hope Centre Mosaic Church in Hillfields

A donation box was placed in One Friargate reception for Coventry City Council staff and other organisations based in the building to donate food items.

Approximately £650 worth off food was donated to The Hope Centre Mosaic Church in Hillfields. Staff were thrilled as this will support many vulnerable people this Christmas.

Severn Trent Staff collect donations for Henley Green Grub Hub

Once again, Severn Trent have collected for the Coventry Food Network Christmas campaign. The Community Resilience Team would like to thank Kim Clark and colleagues for their donations which has been given to Henley Green Grub Hub.

Dianne Williams from the Grub Hub said, “Severn Trent staff have always been generous and we really do appreciate their support, particularly this time of year when families need us most.”

Deeley Construction supporting Stoke Heath Community Centre

Deeley Construction has once again demonstrated its incredible support for local community organisations in Coventry. Their generous food donation to Stoke Heath Community Centre is very much appreciated. Deeley Construction staff have made a difference yet again—thank you!

Kim White, Stoke Heath Community Centre Manager, said "We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Deeley Construction for their generous food donations to Stoke Heath Community Centre as part of the Coventry Food Network Christmas campaign. This Christmas season can be particularly challenging for struggling families, and your support has made a significant difference.

We are truly overwhelmed by your kindness, and your donation will help make Christmas much brighter for those in need. Thank you Deeley Construction, for your incredible generosity—your kindness is very appreciated"

Donations are needed all year round. If you would like to make a donation to the Coventry Food Network, or to volunteer your time to help, please get in touch with your local food hub.