Atherton & Leigh foodbank | Atherton & Leigh Foodbank

29 Aug 22

What our warehouse needs

After the very recent collections we had a good level of stock in all departments, but the huge increase in demand has soon created a long list of items that we are short of. If you are thinking of donating please consider an item off this list. For as little as 50p you can and […]

29 Aug 22

Five star Hygiene Rating awarded

Last month we were visited by a Wigan Council food safety officer, for an inspection on behalf of The Food Standard Agency hygiene ratings scheme. The scheme is there to make sure organisations that handle food meets the current regulations on food handling. What the rating covers Ratings are a snapshot of the standards of food hygiene […]

22 Jul 22

We are desperately short of some toiletries and household items

Although we are primarily a foodbank we do like to give out essential household items and toiletries to our customers. Because we rely on donations we can’t really control what we get so sometimes run short on items that lots of people request. When we do we have a list on the Donate Food & Toiletries page, […]

16 Jul 22

If you are struggling there are lots of options, not just the foodbank.

Help and support in your community, by your community. Times are tough for most people at the mo, but if it’s becoming a strain and you are having to make difficult choices between bills and food, there is help and advice available. We work closely with Wigan Council and Citizens Advice Wigan Borough, amongst many […]

5 Jul 22

Tesco collections results have to be seen to be believed

The Tesco summer food collection was a huge success We have counted and calculated and can now reveal the totals for the 3 day collections, held at both Tesco Atherton superstore and Tesco Leigh Extra on 30 June, 2 July & 3 July. Our amazing volunteers had a brilliant 3 days and were kept very busy by the amazing […]

2 Jul 22

Double Amazon Smile donations this prime day.

When you shop with AmazonSmile this Prime Day (12th & 13th July) you will generate DOUBLE donations, for us. Amazon will double donations on all eligible purchases made with AmazonSmile during the event. Full terms and conditions can be found here. The simple decision to shop with AmazonSmile makes a big difference. So far, they’ve […]

1 Jul 22

We need volunteers for today at Tesco Leigh, can you help?

Our Tesco 3 day collections have started well, and we are overwhelmed with the level of support and donations from the wonderful Tesco shoppers, but we are in need of a few volunteers for today (Friday 1st) if you can spare 2nor more hours. It will do us a huge favour and help out people […]

16 Jun 22

Tesco food collections are back! 30 June – 2 July

We are thrilled to be heading to Tesco Atherton and Tesco Leigh, for the annual a 3 day collection. From Thursday 30th June till Saturday 2nd July our amazing volunteers will be in both Tesco Atherton Superstore and Tesco Leigh Extra collection donations of food, toiletries and cash from the very kind hearted Tesco shoppers. We look […]

28 May 22

Have you joined Amazon smile yet?

It’s fairly difficult to avoid Amazon, when looking for something to be delivered fast or just to grab a good deal, with the online retail giant playing a part in our everyday lives, so why not use your online shopping to support a local charity? By signing up to Amazon Smile on the app or smile.amazon.co.uk/ and selecting us […]

20 May 22

We are still short of a few bits

We had a great few days collecting in Asda Leigh last week but even with the huge amount you lovely lot donated, we are still short of a few bits. We ‘re always happy with whatever you can give, and we know it’s from the heart with the best of intentions, to help local people […]

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