ALDI FAKENHAM

To pick up and provide waste food to local beneficiary's. By Managing food sustainably and reducing waste, we can help businesses and consumers save money, provide a bridge in our community for those who do not have enough to eat and conserve resources for further generations Project is to focus on • Saves money from buying less food. • Reduces methane emissions from landfills and lowers your carbon footprint. • Conserves energy and resources, preventing pollution involved in the growing, manufacturing, transporting, and selling food (not to mention hauling the food waste and then landfilling it). • Supports our community by providing donated untouched food that would have otherwise gone to waste to those who might not have a steady food supply. Thriftiness Tips Be mindful of old ingredients and leftovers you need to use up. You’ll waste less and may even find a new favorite dish. Shop in your refrigerator first! Cook or eat what you already have at home before buying more. Have produce that’s past its prime? It may still be fine for cooking. Think soups, casseroles, stir fries, sauces, baked goods, pancakes or smoothies. If safe and healthy, use the edible parts of food that you normally do not eat. For example, stale bread can be used to make croutons, beet tops can be sautéed for a delicious side dish, and vegetable scraps can be made into stock. Learn the difference between “sell-by,” “use-by,” “best-by,” and expiration dates. Are you likely to have leftovers from any of your meals? Plan an “eat the leftovers” night each week. Casseroles, stir-fries, frittatas, soups, and smoothies are great ways to use leftovers too. Search for websites that provide suggestions for using leftover ingredients.

Dereham Community Fridge has been launched to give local businesses and individuals a way to donate food that is passed its ‘best by’, but within its ‘use by’ date, that would otherwise be thrown away. Anyone who would like to use the food can come and take items from the fridge for free. There's no paperwork, appointments or referrals. Just come during our weekday opening times of 10am -1pm. Please note doors open at 9.30am to queue and get a free hot drink. The main aims of Dereham Community Fridge are twofold: to reduce food waste and to get surplus food into the hands of those who can use it.

EP Youth works with young people and their families in North Norfolk and has provided support, information and positive activities for young people since 2000. EP Youth provides services beyond conventional or institutional limits to the local community and works with vulnerable young people aged 11-25. Trained youth workers help young people to cope with many issues associated with rural isolation, mental health, wellbeing and anti-social behaviour, including difficulty in accessing good quality public services; low income and poor transport links through a wide range of projects in a range of settings. Projects we currently run include: Drop in: A safe space for young people aged 11 - 19 so they can access youth workers, information, a planned programme and use the facilities in comfort. Streetlife: Offers a visible presence in Fakenham town centre reaching out into the night-scene community, inviting young people aboard The Van, or into Number 11 where they can meet with friends and receive support and information in a safe environment. Wheels and Summer Wheels: Addresses the needs of young people who are excluded because of their rural location. The Van visits areas with no youth work provision and provides a programme of fun and empowering activities. Young Carers: are celebrated through special events to make them feel valued and recognised for their caring responsibilities. An opportunity for young people to relax, enjoy food and activities within a positive environment. Me Time: Seeks to empower young women through peer support alongside learning craft skills, impressing an element of practical education as well as support from youth workers. 121 Support: 121 work to provide support for many issues for young people, including Cyber Bullying, confidence building, responsibility, emotional problems, coping practices, building and maintaining friendships, mental health and to develop appropriate boundaries. Community Involvement: Young people are invited to be part of local community events, promoting their positive image through community involvement such as fundraising, face painting, volunteering and to provide features in our news letters. Supper Club: A group for young people aged 14 - 25 that are not currently in education, employment or training that would benefit from activities designed to increase their confidence, self esteem and life skills. Volunteers: Young people are encouraged to volunteer to help increase their leadership and social skills as they reach out to others, support one another and organize events. Mad skillz!: a chance to try new arts and crafts while helping young people to access the help that they need to improve their wellbeing and become the adults they want to be.