GAIL's Bakery Stratford Upon Avon

In the heart of Warwickshire, our organization stands as a pragmatic force against the challenges of food waste. We operate with a clear mission: to intercept surplus chilled food from supermarkets and distribute it efficiently to families across Warwickshire. Our focus is on tangible solutions that not only alleviate the burden on landfills but also provide practical assistance to those in need. In practical terms, our operations extend to supporting over 100 families at present, with a commitment to expanding our reach further. The core of our initiative lies in the recognition of the dual benefits of reducing waste and supporting local communities. Our approach is grounded in the understanding that addressing the issue of surplus food requires a hands-on, systematic effort. Our ongoing efforts are rooted in the belief that sustainability is not just an ideal but a measurable and achievable goal. By navigating the logistical challenges of surplus food distribution, we aim to create a lasting impact on both the environmental and social fronts. The success of our mission hinges on practical, everyday actions that collectively contribute to a more responsible and sustainable community. We extend an invitation to individuals and organizations alike to join hands with us in this endeavor. Together, we can build a network that not only prevents food waste but also fosters a sense of shared responsibility within Warwickshire. Our vision is one of a community united in practical efforts to minimize waste and provide essential support where it is needed the most. Join us in making a difference, one distribution at a time.

St Nicholas C of E Primary school is a co-educational, Church of England, Voluntary Controlled School with over 400 children on roll. Through our Christian ethos, we promote friendship and consideration for others in order to create a friendly, caring culture where everyone is valued and accepted. Our children will benefit from supermarket donations to be used at Breakfast club, break time and after school club. We have been lucky enough to benefit from donations given by our local Foodbank and have supported with food hampers for vulnerable families throughout the pandemic. Our next project is a Community pantry that our school families and local residents can access. We feel strongly about supporting our families and in turn reducing food waste.

The Fred Winter Centre is a multi-disciplinary community hub, aiming to tackle hardship by providing a range of services to help people to improve their health and wellbeing, overcome financial problems, secure job opportunities and sustain tenancies in local affordable homes. There are also 15 self-contained apartments on site, designed to a high specification. With a range of services and support on-site, the apartments give residents the best opportunity to succeed. Located in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon town centre the project is supported by a number of charities, businesses and public bodies. All referrals are received via Stratford District Council. A tactical group, chaired by SDC, discuss potential nominations when an apartment becomes available. Before a formal referral goes to Spring, a suitability assessment takes place, with input from professionals from a range of backgrounds, including; housing, support, health, recovery, probation, community safety and the police. We provide a range of wellbeing activities for our client group including Breakfast Club, Garden Club, Arts and Crafts, IT support and regular social events all of which are free of charge and open to all. In addition we offer shower and laundry facilities, again free to use for any vulnerable clients in the community. We also have an on-site community cafe offering low-cost food and drink to the whole community. There is an element of social impact incorporated into the cafe, for example our Pay it Forward scheme which allows customers to donate items of food and drink to those who are in need. For more information, please see our Fred's Cafe Neighbourly Page. We are currently supported by daily food donations from Pret a Manger and the Cornish Bakery which are available to our clients at no cost on a daily basis. ny thanks