Lidl Bexleyheath

We are a Christian organisation that promote the love of Jesus Christ world wide. We are set up to promote faith in God and love in the community. We share the love of Christ to all though the expression of love to all mankind across the globe. Our organisation, The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) operates in over 190 countries of the world and we are in over 700 places in the United Kingdom. We promote the true love of Christ, unity and peace among mankind. We share physical things like food, cloth etc from our donors in the communities where we operate. Duding Covid, we secured a grant of £10,000 from London Community fund for food and toiletries for BAME families. We set up a purchase and distribution plan with the local retail shops that opened at the time. Provided them with a list of the items as contents of each pack for either families or individuals. We sent out information through WhatsApp and other social media in the community requesting interested members of the community to respond to us via a dedicated number with their name, address etc. We reverted to therewith our distribution schedule and time in their area and effect deliveries accordingly. In some instances we worked with the community group leaders to reach their members in a more organised way. Overall we were able to distribute food and toiletries to over 300 BAME families in Greenwich and Bexley boroughs within a few weeks.

Life changing international Ministry is a church . Our motto is to change life through the teachings of Jesus Christ and by leading by example . Every week people from all works of life meeting to worship praise and learn the scriptures .. Due to incredible economic pressures We recently started a foodbank for our congregation . We have being inspected by Lewisham Council and we have a 4 STAR Rating . We now want to expand to cover our community . Hence this application . We currently do foodbank a on Tuesdays Fridays and Sundays . 1. Currently, the food that we receive from retailers (Asda, Waitrose, KFC, and Tesco via Fareshare and Felix project) are only distributed to the church members. But our plan eventually is to also distribute food to the people in and around Lewisham borough. 2. Once people enter the ministry (with their permission,) we collect data such as name, contact details, age and employment status 3. We prioritise food for church members who are (a) unemployed (b) on low income, and the elderly.  4. In addition to ordering food support, we also offer free spiritual counselling to church members. - we do not charge for our services 5. We do not currently collect surplus food from any other retailers 6. At the moment our services are not advertised in the local community, but we plan to do so, once we have extended our services to the local community. 7. Photographs showing the food we redistribute can be accessed on the church Facebook and website - (Please kindly note that our church Facebook and church website are now being updated to show our food bank redistribution.)

SmileyArk Kids SmileyArk provides a warm safe environment for children aged 3-11 years We Provide Breakfast, After School, Holiday Clubs and Community activities for children and families We provide a wide range of fun stimulating activities which enhance children, family, community, learning and development. We offer affordable safe childcare without compromising on the quality of our service and operate an equal opportunities policy. Admission is based on a ‘first come, first served’ basis to all children including children with special needs. However, priority will be given to siblings. Breakfast 7.3am -8.45am: We offer a choice of healthy breakfast options (cereals, toast, fruit, yogurt)   After School 3pm -6pm: We provide a light healthy snack (eg sandwiches, filled pitta bread) plus fruit & vegetables at tea time (usually around 5pm) Holidays 8am - 6pm. We will provide a light healthy snack at tea time We work in collaboration with schools, local authorities, organisations and other community groups SmileyArk Out and About in the Community Some of the past events we have been involved in: Danson Festival Mousetrap Theatre Charlton Athletic Community Trust Dartford Festival Black History Month Lessness Abbey Consultation – ‘Your Park, Your Say’ Olympic Torch Celebrations And lots more! What do people say about SmileyArk Kids? Parents: ‘Fun, friendly atmosphere’ ‘The children really enjoy the Club’ ‘Highlight of my son’s week!’ Children: ‘I love it here’ ‘’It is really good at SmileyArk’ ‘I have lots of fun’ Please contact us if you would like more information about our Clubs (including current prices & how to book places) e-mail us at: SmileyArk Kids Belvedere Baptist Church 50 Nuxley Road Belvedere DA17 5JG Mobile: 07956 263531 E-mail: enquiries@smileyark.com OFSTED Registered Provision Charity no. 1180233