Friday 13 November 2015

Foodbank Upgrades Van Thanks to Community Donations

Luisa, Chris and Ali celebrate the result of the hard work of staff at Lloyd's Banking Group.
Generous donations from across the community, - including from Lloyds Banking Group, Essar Oil UK, Plus Dane Housing, Mecca Bingo, TWP Solutions and local councillors as well as many private donations - mean that West Cheshire Foodbank has been able to replace the existing vehicle with one that is safer and more efficient.

Martin Dick, Trustee at West Cheshire Foodbank said “The response from our local community has been massive. We keep getting overwhelmed by just how generous everyone has been. Enough money has now been donated to allow us not only to replace our van but to cover our vehicle running costs for a whole year. We're also really thankful to Offleys for supporting us by heavily discounting our breakdown cover and insurance."

He continued “The design of this van will make lifting and moving stock much easier and safer for our volunteers and the larger size will help us to be more efficient too.”

Alec Spencer, Development Officer at West Cheshire Foodbank said “On behalf of everyone at West Cheshire Foodbank, I’d like to say a heartfelt ‘Thank You!’ to everyone who has worked so hard to raise the money we needed for this van. It will make a big difference to our small charity.”

The team at Lloyd's Banking Group celebrate the result of their hard work.

Mecca Bingo celebrate the result of their hard work.

The operations group at Foodbank celebrate the result of their hard work.