A Lichfield retailer has thanked shoppers for helping to raise almost £32,000 to prevent families going hungry over the summer holiday.
An initiative at Central England Co-op saw the 10% of the sale of Fairtrade bananas donated to FareShare Midlands.
Hannah Gallimore, Central England Co-op’s corporate responsibility manager, said:
“We are so delighted to see the generosity of our customers and members shine through once again by raising almost £32,000 for FareShare Midlands at a time when it continues to receive such high levels of demand.
“Our long-standing relationship with FareShare has had a life-changing impact for people in our communities in the years we have been working together and as the demand for support continues to grow during these uncertain times, we are proud to stand with them to help those in need.
“By making the choice to buy some of our fantastic Fairtrade bananas over the summer holidays our shoppers have given a boost to so many families in need in their own communities.”
Hannah Gallimore, Central England Co-op
Simone Connolly, director for FareShare Midlands said:
“Once again we have been amazed by the generosity of Central England Co-op customers and members. With their support we’re able to distribute 128,000 meals to people who are struggling to make ends meet.
“As uncertainty around the Covid-19 pandemic remains and thousands of families are affected through job loss and financial insecurity, this donation comes at a crucial time and will make a huge difference to people’s lives.”
Simone Connolly, FareShare Midlands
