ALDI LUTTERWORTH - RUGBY RD

The Food Rescue Group, Leicester is a community-led initiative driven by local volunteers who care deeply about reducing food waste and supporting one another. Rooted in the belief that good food should never go to waste, the group brings people together to make a positive difference across Leicester. Food waste affects both the environment and our communities. Perfectly edible food is often discarded, contributing to landfill waste and greenhouse gas emissions, while many households face challenges accessing fresh, healthy meals. By rescuing surplus food, the group helps reduce environmental harm and ensures food is shared where it is most valued. Working closely with local retailers, food businesses, and community partners, the group collects surplus food before it is thrown away and redistributes it locally. This collaborative approach benefits everyone involved, strengthening relationships, reducing waste, and supporting people across neighbourhoods. The pickup and distribution are coordinated by Eman Abdalla, who manages volunteer scheduling, oversees collections, and ensures that rescued food is delivered promptly, safely, and to where it is needed most. This coordination helps maintain efficiency, reliability, and a strong community focus across all activities. Volunteers remain at the heart of everything we do. Collections and redistribution are carried out with care, respect, and close attention to food safety, ensuring all shared food meets appropriate standards. Clear communication and teamwork allow the group to respond quickly and efficiently, keeping food fresh and operations community-centred. The impact in Leicester goes beyond food alone. Each collection helps build connections, encourages shared responsibility, and fosters a sense of belonging. By valuing food and supporting one another, the Food Rescue Group, Leicester is helping create a stronger, more caring, and more sustainable community.

The Lutterworth Community Fridge aims to help people in the Lutterworth and surrounding area to decrease food waste and it's absolutely free to use! The Fridge is open Mondays and Wednesdays 10.30am-11.30am and Thursdays 1-2pm to enable residents and businesses to share surplus food and for anyone to help themselves to quality food that would otherwise be wasted whether that be to supplement the weekly shop, try something new, collect some food for a neighbour in need or simply to help the environment. Food waste is a big issue in the UK. The average household throws away £700 worth of food every year and at the same time 4 million people in the UK are living in food poverty. Most food waste in the UK is avoidable and could have been eaten had it been better managed. On average last year the Lutterworth Community Fridge saved over 1500kg of food a month from going to landfill. The Family Hub is more than just a Community Fridge, we are a one stop shop for all a families needs from 0-19 and (to 25 year for young people with SEND). Visit us for advice, support or for one of our drop in groups/sessions. Details can be found on our website.

Love Heart Community CIC is a community-driven organization committed to supporting families and individuals facing hardship in Coventry and Warwickshire. Established on June 14, 2024, our work began as a response to the needs of refugees, struggling families, single parents, and those experiencing homelessness. We provide free hot meals, food parcels, and clothing to those in need, ensuring that no one goes without the essentials. Our doors are open to anyone who needs assistance, offering not only food and warm clothes but also a place of comfort and care. At Love Heart Community, we believe in strengthening our community through compassion and are dedicated to making a difference, one helping hand at a time.