We recently got involved in supporting MK Food Reach, an initiative set up to support local people affected by food poverty. Last week MK Food Reach delivered its first artic lorry load of items to MK  Food Bank and Baby Basics. The lorry contained 26 pallets of essential food and supplies, worth an estimated retail value of £52,000.

The campaign was originally set up to help tackle rising food poverty resulting from the cost of living crisis. With an increase in families who are affected and fewer food donations from the general public, local food banks are struggling to keep up with demand.

We were more than happy to make a generous donation towards funding the pallets of food and essential supplies for those in need in Milton Keynes. As well as providing an Artic lorry to assist in the distribution of the 26 pallets of food and supplies.

Businesses that kindly donated to the first MK food Reach delivery include Freeths Solicitors LLP, Mazars, and 42 Consulting.

Speaking about the donation, Louisa Hobbs at MK Food Bank said:

“This delivery has arrived at a perfect time for us. We have found that as the cost of living has gone up, donations have dropped. MK Food bank helps around 450 people a week with food parcels. We also distribute food to other charities that support homeless people and the elderly. Initiatives such as MK Food Reach are so helpful and allow us to continue tackling local food poverty. We thank all the businesses who have kindly donated so far.”

Anna Cawley, Strategy and Communications Director at Cawleys said:

“At Cawleys we have always believed it is important to support the local community. We know that MK Food Bank will be able to help hundreds of people with this donation and we’re delighted to get involved. I hope that other businesses will also show their support to continue this initiative in the future.”