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Food bank supplier saved by 'incredible' donation

Food bank supplier saved by 'incredible' donation

Summary

The Big Food Project, an organization that supplies food to food banks and other community services, received a major donation from SP Electricity North West. This partnership will provide funds to supply about 36,000 meals, allowing the project to continue its operations through 2026.

Key Facts

  • The Big Food Project redistributes surplus food to 125 locations including food banks, schools, and crisis services.
  • The organization distributes food sufficient for about 900,000 meals each year.
  • SP Electricity North West provided emergency funding that will supply around 36,000 meals.
  • This new partnership will last until 2026.
  • The Big Food Project began as Blackpool Food Bank in 2012.
  • The organization has about 150 volunteers and distributes about 50 tonnes of food per month.
  • SP Electricity North West's cooperation also includes providing energy-saving advice to residents.
  • The partnership aims to keep the food bank operational and support local families.
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