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About Rokzkool Academy Rokzkool Academy is a community-led micro charity based in the Highlands of Scotland, providing creative, educational and wellbeing support for children, young people and families. Through a blend of art, music, training and community activities, we create safe, inclusive spaces where people can connect, build confidence and feel supported. Working closely with local authorities, schools and partner organisations, we are well placed to identify individuals and families who are experiencing hardship and respond quickly with practical, compassionate support. Community Food Support (Neighbourly) Rokzkool Academy receives small ambient food donations through Neighbourly, which are used to support children and families within our local community who are in immediate need. Because of our close working relationships with local authorities and frontline services, we are able to identify genuine need quickly and distribute support effectively. All ambient food donations are typically distributed to individuals within one hour of receipt, ensuring timely assistance where it is most needed. This support is delivered across our three community venues: Phipps Hall, Beauly – holiday programmes and family support The Merkinch Hall – bingo sessions, lunch clubs, fundraising and social events Studio 58, Eastgate Centre – our creative hub and training base All volunteers and students involved in food handling renew their Food Hygiene Certification annually through our own in-house training platform at Studio 58. This ongoing training strengthens knowledge, understanding and best practice, ensuring food is handled and distributed safely and responsibly. Through Neighbourly support, Rokzkool Academy is able to reduce food insecurity, offer immediate practical help and continue providing welcoming community spaces where individuals and families feel valued and supported.

We are a School in rural Highlands of Scotland with a roll of around 75 children. We would love to join the community of Neighbourly and would benefit from it hugely. Unfortunately we have limited access to public transport which in turn makes for a tricky and restricted shopping experience. This is where Neighbourly would be a fantastic opportunity for our School and Community. Merkat community centre joins our School, we have a number of After School Clubs and Social activities taking place which would benefit with anything from fresh fruit to a bag of vegetables. We look forward to working together with Neighbourly to reduce food waste within the UK.

The Food Bank provide access to donations of surplus food, goods and advice to the local community and outlying areas that are in need.