Food pallets packed with essential items have been delivered to charities across Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire this Easter, providing vital support to food banks facing increasing demand.

The deliveries, funded through the MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach campaigns, saw seven food pallets distributed to locations, across Milton Keynes and Northamptonshire, including:

• Baby Basics MK
• Baby Basics Northampton
• Milton Keynes Foodbank
• Shenley Community Centre
• Hope Northampton
• McCarthy Dixon Foundation
• Restore Northampton

The initiative ensures that frontline charities have the resources they need to support individuals and families in need.

Established in partnership between Franklins Solicitors and His Church Charity, MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach raise funds to secure pallets of food and essential goods for redistribution to food banks and community groups across the region.

Richard Humphrey from His Church Charity said:
“We are grateful for all the retail and manufacturing partners who trust His Church to redistribute their surplus products to help vulnerable people through charities, like the amazing organisations we have supported through these campaigns this Easter. This campaign shows what’s possible when businesses and charities collaborate to make a difference in their communities.”

Andrea Smith of Franklins Solicitors added:
“We are proud to provide ongoing support to the MK Food Reach and Northants Food Reach campaigns and to bring some cheer to our local communities this Easter. By donating through these campaigns, businesses can be confident their money goes further, reaching those who need it most through the incredible work of His Church Charity.”

The pallets have been gratefully received…comments have included the following:

Louisa Hobbs from MK Food Bank said:

“The wide variety of food items in the donation – from essential store cupboard staples to cooking ingredients and treats – helps us offer choice, comfort and dignity to the people we support. These donations keep our shelves stocked, enable families and individuals to plan meals they will enjoy and help people feel cared for during difficult times.”

Sabrina Oakey said on behalf of the McCarthy-Dixon Foundation:

“Being able to sit together and share a warm meal helps create a welcoming, family-like environment where everyone feels included and valued.”

With demand for food banks and community support continuing to rise, Franklins Solicitors and His Church Charity are calling on more local businesses to get involved. By making one-off or ongoing donations, organisations can help fund future deliveries and ensure continued support for those who need it most.

To find out more or to set up a donation, visit:
MK Food Reach: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/MK-Food-Reach
Northants Food Reach: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/NH-Foodreach