Are you getting excited for Christmas? Our friends and members at Meadows Food Pantry certainly are!!! They wanted to ensure that every child who family uses the Meadows Foodbank and Pantry has a gift to open on Christmas Day. Thanks to an astonishing number of donated gifts, families chose up to three presents per child, which volunteers will wrap in time for Christmas.


Mark Knowles, Meadows Foodbank Trustee, said:
“We have been completely blown away by the kindness and generosity of donations from people in the local community. A huge thank you to all the volunteers, individual donors, companies, churches and organisations that have made this project
possible.”

Local businesses and organisations played a vital role in making the campaign a success. Balfour Beatty provided essential coordination and support, while students from Nottingham College Art and Design course transformed the Christmas Choice shop with a stunning mural design.

Michelle Mann Social Impact Advisor, East Midlands Balfour Beatty commented:
"Balfour Beatty is proud to support The Meadows Foodbank and Pantry through its Christmas Choice Project, helping to bring dignity and joy to families in need across Nottingham this festive season. As part of our ongoing commitment to creating social value and supporting local communities, our project team from the Nottingham Footbridge, donated essential food items and volunteered our time to re-decorate the Storeroom, in preparation for the project.”

Sam Reavley, Tutor at Nottingham College, said: “At Nottingham College, we are always looking for ways for our students to give back to the local community and we are so proud of the work they have delivered for the Meadows Foodbank and Pantry, in partnership with Balfour Beatty as part of the Christmas Choice Project. We cannot wait to see families enjoying the space this Christmas!”

In its first year, the Christmas Choice campaign proudly supported over 70 families, ensuring over 170 children received gifts this Christmas. The Meadows Foodbank and Pantry continues to support some of the most vulnerable people in society, many of whom are facing food poverty and financial hardship. Rising living costs have driven unprecedented demand for its services.
To help the Foodbank and Pantry continue its vital work, please visit:
https://meadowsfoodbankandpantry.org.uk/donate-or-volunteer/