M&S Cheetham Hill Manchester

We support members of our community who are facing multiple challenges with the vision of improving their mental health and well-being making them strong together as a community through a weekly session where we Signposts, counseling, having a group support, workshops and training sessions for health and well-being. We will kindly appreciate any support to alleviate the stress on our community members and help them build their self confidence and great social connections, encourage them to have a healthy lifestyle and be more happier. At Community Support Centre , We collect surplus food from local businesses and redistribute it to people facing food insecurity in our community, we work with shelters, food banks and community centers to ensure the food reaches those who need it most. Our goal is to reduce food waste while providing nutritious meals to individuals and families, helping to alleviate hunger and improve the overall wellbeing of those we support.

Pupils, governors, volunteers and staff at Marlborough Road Academy in Broughton, Salford are determined to return a little used community facility to the people in the area, by setting up a hub. We aim to foster a sense health and wellbeing, togetherness and pride, to build on local people's skills and talents to create a vibrant community resource. This will include establishing a food pantry. Food poverty is a significant issue for many in our local area. A pantry run for and by community members and volunteers provides a dignified way to make ends meet. The subsidised shopping experience replicates a visit to a supermarket rather than a food bank. We are seeking partners who can support with food supplies to help stock the pantry shelves, fridges and freezers. We have recently sadly had a fire in our pantry, which has ruined all our stock. In order to build back quickly and be able to continue to valuable work we do in supporting the food needs of our community, we would be very grateful for any additional donations - either of food ( directly or through collection slots) or financial resource with which to buy food. The community, including the children who have taken this on as their project are devastated. We are hoping that with your help, we can come back stronger. Thank you.

The Food Rescue Group at Manchester mobilises an active and committed network of student volunteers and community partners from across the city. Led by students from local universities, the group turns climate concern into practical action by addressing food waste at a grassroots level. Food waste is a major driver of climate change. Valuable resources such as land, water, and energy are consumed to produce food, yet large quantities are discarded and sent to landfill, where they generate methane, a greenhouse gas far more potent than carbon dioxide. By rescuing surplus food and redirecting it to people who need it, the group reduces environmental harm while supporting families and individuals across Manchester. The initiative works in partnership with local producers, retailers, and food businesses to ensure surplus food is used rather than wasted. These partnerships reduce disposal costs for businesses while delivering measurable environmental benefits. In Manchester, operations are powered by students from the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, the University of Salford, the University of Bolton, and the Royal Northern College of Music, alongside members of the Hindu community and other local groups. Together, they demonstrate how student-led action can create meaningful climate impact. Pickup and distribution in Manchester are coordinated by Haojun Shuai and Ramanujam Nagarajan, who manage volunteer schedules, oversee collections, and ensure rescued food is delivered promptly and safely. Their leadership supports efficient operations while keeping the group’s work firmly rooted in student engagement and community values. Food is collected and redistributed within 15 minutes of pickup, ensuring freshness and removing the need for storage facilities. All items are carefully inspected to meet food safety standards, and any unsuitable food is disposed of responsibly to minimise environmental impact. Coordination is managed through a dedicated WhatsApp group, providing real-time updates on collection times, locations, and quantities. Through this work, the Food Rescue Group at Manchester diverts significant volumes of food from landfill, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, conserves valuable resources, and strengthens community connections. As the group continues to grow, it remains committed to showing how student-led climate action can drive real change, one meal, one volunteer, and one community at a time.