ALDI LONDON - KENTISH TOWN

We run a surplus foodbank in Somers Town in the borough of Camden in London. All thanks to 50 local volunteers who help us to support 80 local households, 11 hostels, 1 after-school club and 1 church group. We are supporting just over 125 children now living in poverty. We do this by collecting surplus from 45 local stores every week and redistributing them in a timely manner all thanks to each volunteer commiting to a regular shift weekly/ alternate weeks. Collections are made by bicycle using hitch on/off trailers, by foot using hand carts and some volunteers use their cars for those big collections and drop-offs to big hostels. We also operate a 'Room of thing's where local households that we support can take anything they need from. Items are donated by local businesses and people. There isn't much we can't find a home for. In our small courtyard we also have a surplus cart where people passing by can take what they need. This is about supporting local people whilst also being a part of a circular reuse mode. Our volunteers support us with so much more, from helping local residents with their CVs, mentoring, sewing surplus food bags from textile waste, running a monthly free clothing swap and more. Our project is person centred, each volunteer has something meaningful to offer a local person; this is where community happens. We are just a team of 2 and are BAME-Led. Our work with Neighbourly is a key part to be able to support local people. You can find out more about the impact your support has on our beneficiaries on our website and you can visually see what our operation looks like on our instagram. We always need volunteers.

Together In Westminster Community is a community-led organisation dedicated to empowering families, women, and young people through cultural, educational, and wellbeing programmes. We provide a safe, inclusive space for learning, support, and community connection, especially for refugees, migrants, and low-income families in Westminster and surrounding areas. Our centre includes a multi-purpose community hall, meeting and classroom spaces, and a small kitchen where we prepare and distribute food to families and individuals in need. We identify service users through a combination of: Community outreach, Referrals from local Cllrs, faith organisations, and Westminster City Council departments, Direct engagement with families already attending our centre,Ongoing needs assessments via one-to-one conversations. All our services, including food support, are provided entirely free of charge to individuals and families facing hardship. We are committed to removing barriers and supporting our community without creating additional financial pressure. we provide: Free Arabic language classes for refugee and migrant women, Wellbeing and creative workshops for women and families, Signposting and support for housing, education, and employment, Youth engagement, volunteering and leadership programmes, Interfaith and cultural events to build community cohesion, Support with digital inclusion and school applications All services are provided with a focus on dignity, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity. At present, we do not collect surplus food from any retailers. We currently rely on small-scale donations from individuals in the community, including families who want to give back and occasional support from local well-wishers. We are proud to work in partnership with the following organisations, We are proud to work in partnership with the following organisations,Westminster City Council – including the Public Health and Community Engagement teams, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Local Councillors – who have engaged with and supported our community programmes, Local community groups and grassroots initiatives. we have uploaded photographs to our Neighbourly Media Gallery, showcasing: Women’s wellbeing sessions, Family learning workshops and other activities. We are actively seeking partnerships with supermarkets, food retailers, and community surplus schemes to help us expand our food support services and meet growing demand. - General charitable purposes - Education/training - The prevention or relief of poverty - Religious activities - Arts/culture/heritage/science - Amateur sport - Human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity - Recreation - Children/young people - Elderly/old people - People with disabilities - People of a particular ethnic or racial origin - Provides buildings/facilities/open space

being that extends beyond short-term aid. Over the past year, FFH has delivered more than 7,000 meals and provided direct support to homeless individuals in Camden. By tackling food insecurity, poor health, and the lack of nutrition resources, FFH has established itself as a leader in providing comprehensive, impactful solutions for homelessness. Our food services include outreach (giving food donations and meals directly to homeless people and rough sleepers), and redistributing food/meals to the other local organisations to help with their food services. Food for Homeless is deeply embedded in the Camden community, with strong ties to local networks. The organisation plays a vital role in supporting homeless individuals across the borough, focusing on areas with high concentrations of rough sleepers and those in temporary housing or at risk of being made homeless. The project is particularly aimed at Camden’s homeless population. Currently there are approximately 903 people reported sleeping rough in Camden (www.statista.com). Many young people in Camden experience homelessness. Our project ensures they have access to nutritious food, improving their health and ability to focus on rebuilding their lives. • By offering volunteer opportunities, we engage Camden’s youth in community service, fostering empathy and leadership skills. • We actively engage volunteers from diverse backgrounds, creating a community-driven support network for those in need. • By respecting cultural dietary preferences, we ensure that everyone feels included and supported. This project will empower Camden residents to actively engage with their community, fostering a sense of collective responsibility. Volunteers will play a key role in supporting the initiative, from assisting with meal preparation and distribution to harvesting produce from the community garden. The project will also provide opportunities for community members to contribute to the design and delivery of activities. Volunteers and participants will be encouraged to share ideas for improving the service and enhancing the programme. This will help shape a more inclusive and responsive initiative, tailored to the community's needs. The Food for Homeless project is committed to continuous learning and improvement to ensure itssuccess and impact. We will track the difference our project makes by implementing a robust monitoring and evaluation framework.