A LOCAL school in Dukinfield has strengthened its partnership with St John’s Church and the Community Food Bank by making a generous donation to support local families in the run-up to Christmas.
The donation, which included a range of essential items, marks the culmination of a month-long fundraising drive as part of the school’s annual Harvest Festival.
Tameside East Foodbank, founded in 2012 by local churches and community groups, is committed to combating hunger in the local area. The initiative was originally a collaboration between New Life Church, Ashton-under-Lyne, Holy Trinity Church in Stalybridge, and St John’s Church in Dukinfield. In 2021, Reach Church in Millbrook joined the project, further expanding its reach and impact.
The foodbank operates five days a week, offering essential supplies to those in need, and relies on the support of the community to continue its vital work.
The donation from the school will help ensure that local families have access to the food and resources they need, particularly during the busy holiday season.
Tameside East Foodbank continues to operate from several locations across the area. For more information about opening hours and locations, visit their website www.tamesideeast.foodbank.org.uk/locations.