Sainsbury's Sutton Coldfield Boldmere Rd Local

The Living Stones Pantry is housed within a dedicated space within our Media Centre. This designated area serves as the heart of our operations, where we diligently work to provide support and resources to those in our community who are in need. We extend our services to the entire community, with a particular focus on assisting families and the elderly, often referred to us through word of mouth. Each session offers warm drinks and light refreshments, fostering a welcoming atmosphere where individuals can engage in friendly conversation while awaiting their shopping slot. Service users contribute £5 per shop (£5 goes back into running costs - Utilities, rent, staff), receiving an average of £15-20 worth of food and household items, while refreshments are provided free of charge. Additionally, we host tea and coffee gatherings every Tuesday morning. As members of FareShare Go, we have the privilege of accessing surplus food from both Tesco and ASDA. Additionally, we've recently become paid members of FareShare, who have provided positive feedback following their inspection of our facilities. This partnership allows us to further our mission of reducing food waste and supporting those in need within our community. Our CAP Money Coaches can also provide budgeting courses on an when needed basis. Having access to such courses can empower individuals to take control of their finances and make informed decisions about their money.

We are a charity that helps feed the homeless and those that are struggling financially. We cook a free breakfast and lunch every week on a Saturday where those in need can come and eat. We also open our doors every Tuesday evening as a food bank and give out donated food to those in need, items such as cereal, rice, pasta and tinned food. We are also planning on doing a ‘Fundraising Lunch’ where we will open up our doors to the whole community during lunchtime and Cook a lunch and ALL proceeds will go towards our bigger objective of helping those less fortunate within the community. We would love food donations to help those in Birmingham that reach out to us every week requesting food and help because they have no money, roof over their head or are just struggling to survive in this current climate.

Bridgepoint West Midlands is a community-based organisation supporting vulnerable and marginalised people through outreach, food support, and community partnerships. We work across the West Midlands using a mobile approach to reach individuals facing poverty, isolation, and limited access to services. Our work focuses on practical support, dignity, and empowerment, both locally and through international partnerships, with the aim of improving wellbeing and creating lasting positive impact in the communities we serve. There is no charge for the service we provide.