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In just 9 years, we have grown from rescuing 14 tonnes of surplus food to 250 tonnes per year. In total, we have saved 1,220 tonnes of food – enough for 2,320,368 meals. This has mitigated 3,387 tonnes of damaging greenhouse gases CO2e.
Our volunteers hit the road early to collect surplus food before heading back to the depot. Once received, another team will begin to sort the food to be shared with local charities, schools and other community groups including popular Foodshare tables where everyone is welcome.
We support 90+ community groups which include schools, youth clubs and day centres for the elderly, as well as charities who work tirelessly in aid of people such as the homeless and those encountering mental health problems. We also support 14 community Foodshares across Shrewsbury town.
“The food provided by the Food Hub has made such a difference to our pupils’ readiness for learning in the classroom, as many come to school not having had breakfast.”
“I come to the Foodshare because I hate waste, it’s very social and helps the budget, especially with the cost of living at the moment. There’s a variety of stuff, not just the basics and it introduces me to new foods.”
Since the charity was founded in 2016, the food we have collected has been shared with over 90 local charities and groups in our community.
1,220 tonnes food rescued
3,387 tonnes greenhouse gases mitigated
Enough food for 2,320,368 meals
The surplus food we collect from suppliers supports incredible organisations and groups that nourish our community. This includes charities supporting the homeless, the old, the vulnerable and those on low incomes. We save them money and freeing up their budget means they can do more.
Our food also supports community Foodshares and fridges where everyone is welcome to collect a few bags of food to help stop food waste and stretch household budgets.
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