Dorset charities urged to join Aldi food donation scheme

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 06:03 · Archive

Charities in Dorset are being encouraged to sign up to Aldi's surplus food donation scheme ahead of Christmas.

Charities and community groups in Dorset are being urged to sign up to Aldi's surplus food donation scheme to help support communities over Christmas. Aldi, in partnership with community giving platform Neighbourly, donates surplus food year-round to charities and community groups across the UK.

With stores set to close on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, there is an extra opportunity for charities to benefit from additional donations during the festive season. Luke Emery, national sustainability director at Aldi UK, said: 'At Christmas, so many local charities, food banks, and community groups are working harder than ever to support people in their area, and we want to make sure good food gets to those who need it most.'

So far this year, Aldi has donated more than 15 million meals through the scheme. Steve Butterworth, chief executive officer at Neighbourly, said: 'At Neighbourly, we see first-hand how important local food donations can be for the charities and community groups supporting people through winter.'

Charities and community groups in Dorset not already working with Neighbourly can register by emailing aldi@neighbourly.com. Aldi customers can also support good causes by donating food and household essentials at community donation points available in every store.

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Dorset charities urged to sign up to Aldi donation scheme this ChristmasCharities and community groups in Dorset are being urged to sign up for a surplus food donation scheme to help support communities this ChristmasDorset Echo · 15 Oct, 05:00
Dorset charities and community groups urged to sign up to Aldi donation schemeCharities and community groups in Dorset are being urged to sign up for a surplus food donation scheme to help support communities this ChristmasBournemouth Echo · 15 Oct, 05:00

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