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The Blaen-y-maes drop in centre is open 4 days a week, we have foodshare and a foodbank, every Tuesday and Friday, our foodbank is independent and rely on donations, to keep running it, and helping out families and individuals. We have an over 50s group which is run on a Thursday between 11am and 1pm.We run free family activities during half term, and free training courses.We are currently selling pre-loved clothing and bric a brac items from our community clothing shop, that have been donated from the community. The money we take at the community shop goes towards paying the running costs, which helps keep the centre open . We have an informal drop in centre where , Free tea and coffee is available for those who want a chat or informal advice and signposting. Our community shares with the rest of Wales in the recession and Government benefit cuts. We aim to address this issue by distributing free food through hampers that we receive monthly, food share items that we collect locally. Our service is self funding through recycling clothes we are run and staffed by volunteers and our building is provided by the local authority. We also have a litter picking hub, where the community can come snd help tidy up the area, on our litter picking events. A lovely community garden for anyone to drop by, help maintain the garden or come and have a chat and a cuppa.

The Pennard Community Cupboard is an initiative aimed at providing free, nutritious food to individuals and families facing food insecurity in the South Gower area. By offering accessible, stigma-free food support, the project seeks to reduce hunger, minimise waste, and strengthen community bonds through shared care and solidarity. Across the UK, many households are struggling to afford basic groceries due to the rising cost of living. Pennard, like many communities, has seen an increase in food insecurity and isolation. Traditional food banks provide vital help but can sometimes be difficult to access due to eligibility criteria, limited hours or reluctance. The food cupboard allows people to take what they need anonymously and without the feeling of shame that prevents people from seeking help.

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