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21 Feb 21

BROWNIE’S FUNDRAISING IS A SWEET SUCCESS!

Big hearted brownie-leader Mia Pritchard, 14, was keen to do something to save her brownie pack and support the work we are doing here at the foodbank. So, with the help of her mum and her GCSE skills, the Astley teenager has baked her way to sweet success! Mia, a student at Cannon Slade High […]

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15 Dec 20

Brewery charity partner 2021- calendars on sale now

For the first time in its history, Joseph Holt Brewery has chosen six North West charities they will support in 2021 – with Atherton & Leigh Foodbank named as one of those the fundraising will support. The brewery has reflected on the food-crisis many people found themselves in during the coronavirus lockdowns and decided to […]

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13 Dec 20

Leo’s fundraising brings fresh produce to foodbank

Last month we brought you the story of Leo Kelly – the five year old who cycled 21.5 miles to raise money for us and help people in his community. Well, we have an update for you. Leo’s final total was £1,890. The youngster had only cycled up to eight miles before, so cycling from […]

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18 Nov 20

Foodbank receives generous grants and donations

Atherton & Leigh Foodbank are celebrating after being awarded three grants, and have been included in major national fundraising efforts which will help the charity to continue supporting local residents over the winter months. The news comes at a time when the area has been subject to months of local lockdowns and an economic downturn […]

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