Empty shelves fill food hub volunteers with dread
Summary
Volunteers at the Cheylesmore Food Hub in Coventry struggle to keep shelves stocked due to low donations. The food hub provides affordable food to local residents but faces challenges with receiving enough contributions, especially for higher-priced items.Key Facts
- The Cheylesmore Food Hub operates in Coventry and helps local families by offering food at reduced prices.
- It is open every Friday and Saturday at a community center on Arundel Road.
- Volunteers frequently find empty shelves because of a drop in food donations.
- The hub distributes around 90 bags of food each week.
- Local residents can purchase £25 worth of food for just £6 at the hub.
- Donations across the board have decreased this year, affecting the food hub's stock.
- High-priced items like coffee and tinned meat are in high demand but not donated often.
- Donations can be made at local collection points, including a pet store that also accepts pet food.
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