Ryan Noble’s Post

Times are bloody tough. The amount of work Sarah Page and the Kindness Collective Foundation do to help those most in need is crucial. But it's a constant slog. As soon as the shelves at the food bank are filled, they're quickly emptied. Anyone who has been to Kindness Collective knows the essentials are being distributed to hard working people who desperately need it, many are going through an unexpected challenge or tragedy outside of their control. These people are referred by Govt organisations, social workers and other charities / communities. As a society, we need to get them back on their feat. Their children deserve food on their plates just the same as my children. The public have always supported the Kindness Collective, but donations are understandably down during these difficult economic times. If you can donate, please do. But also, if you work for a business that can help Sarah and her team get food and essentials to those in need please reach out so they can continue to do this inspiring work. https://lnkd.in/gUBm_k-a

🌬️ 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗹: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗞 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 🌨️ This winter, as temperatures drop, the need for support rises. Charities across the UK are facing increased challenges: 📊 Numbers Tell the Story: Over 300% increase in demand for warm clothing and shelter. 🏠 Housing Crisis: More than 5,000 individuals nightly seeking shelter from the cold. 💡 Innovative Solutions: Community hubs offering warmth, meals, and activities to combat isolation. Key Insights:  The elderly and homeless are most at risk, with health concerns doubling in cold weather. Charities are not just shelters; they're lifelines for community warmth and support. Join the Fight Against the Cold: Volunteer your time or resources. Donate winter gear or food supplies. Spread awareness using #WinterCharityUK, #StayWarmStaySafe, #CommunitySupport #CommunityAction #UKWinter #CharitySupport

In challenging times, it’s more important than ever to check on those around us. #Nigeria is facing significant difficulties, and the rising cost of food items is putting a strain on many households. Families are struggling to make ends meet, and the financial burden is creating a lot of stress and uncertainty. This situation calls for empathy and solidarity. Reach out to your neighbors, friends, and family members to see how they are coping. A simple phone call or message can make a big difference, providing emotional support and letting them know they are not alone. If you are in a position to help, consider offering assistance in any way you can, whether it’s sharing a meal, running errands, or just being a listening ear. Community support systems and local organizations are also crucial during these times. Volunteering or donating to food banks, shelters, and other charities can provide much-needed relief to those who are most affected. Advocacy for policies that address food insecurity and economic hardship can also lead to long-term solutions. Together, we can navigate these difficulties with compassion and resilience. By looking out for each other and extending a helping hand, we can foster a sense of unity and hope, even in the hardest of times.

It’s time to raise the rate for good. Along with ACOSS Australian Council of Social Service, we’re urging the Federal Government to substantially increase Jobseeker, Youth Allowance, and related income support payments to ensure everyone has the support they need during tough times. At OzHarvest we take great care to listen and understand the needs of the community, and we’re working with over 1,500 charities across the country to make sure good food gets to those who need it most. Sadly, food relief only addresses the acute end of food insecurity - more needs to be done to intervene at the root causes, including increase people’s capacity to afford nutritious food through increased income support payments. We saw the impact of this during COVID, when increased individual support meant people could buy food to feed their families. The combination of these payments ending and soaring cost-of-living has seen more people turning to charities for help than ever before. Along with almost 80 other organisations, we’re a proud member of the Australian Council of Social Service (ACOSS) – a national advocacy body for people affected by disadvantage and inequality. Bringing our voices together and demanding systemic change is a huge part of what we stand for at OzHarvest. Please show your support and join us by signing the letter here – https://lnkd.in/guZZr5zb

"We have record numbers of middle income working New Zealand using food banks across the country" - Prime Minister Christopher Luxon It's no longer just beneficiaries needing food assistance, middle income Kiwi families are needing help. In New Zealand, there is a pressing yet often overlooked issue: food insecurity. This challenge impacts numerous individuals and families, hindering their access to affordable and nutritious food. As a community, it's crucial we address and raise awareness about this concern. KiwiHarvest urgently need your support and advocacy. Help us get food to where it is needed most. Every $5 donated will feed a family for a day. : https://lnkd.in/dQGHtuxe #KiwiHarvest #NewZealandFoodRescue #FeedAFam #FoodRescue

A week on Sunday I will be running The Hackney Half Marathon in support of The Felix Project. In London alone 400,000 children and 1.4 million adults are food insecure. Despite this, in the UK we waste nearly 10 million tonnes of food every year! The Felix Project rescues surplus food from within the food industry (that would otherwise go to waste) and distributes it to over 1000 charities, schools and programmes across London. Given how uncertain life is for all of us right now, no one is ever too far from potentially going without their next meal. A basic human need. With this same sentiment, I know how much every penny counts at this moment in time so any donation would mean the world and will impact someone’s life for the better. Similarly, whilst fundraising is only a tiny portion of help, there are also numerous other ways to assist people who are food insecure and to help fight against this crisis - The Trussel Trust: Via their website you can access a list of nationwide Trussel Trust foodbanks to donate, volunteer or of course access if in need. UKIM: A charity dedicated to aiding needs within the Muslim community. During the month of Ramandan, for example, they provide packages to families in need to ensure they can still enjoy Iftar meals. FoodCycle: Using surplus foods, volunteers supply nutritious meals and a welcome space to anyone and everyone to meet, eat and talk. Homeless Shelters: The majority of homeless shelters are often in need of food and assistance. You can contact your local shelter directly to find what specific aid they currently require. Citizens Advice: Whilst there isn’t currently a specific list of nationwide soup kitchens, you can contact citizens advice to find out where your local ones are based in order to support. As you can probably tell, this is something I feel extremely passionate about, so please take a moment to read, share, consider and help where possible. Even if you just tell someone else - that’s one more person that knows just a little bit more, and also may be one more person who is able to access help. Thank you so much! https://lnkd.in/eT8cARjw

The percentage of Ontarians accessing a food bank is increasing rapidly. This year, 6.4% of Ontario’s population needed to turn to a food bank for support, about 1 in 16 people in the province. Just 2 years ago, that number was 3.9%. Food banks need your help to keep up with the skyrocketing need driven by a lack of affordable housing, quality jobs, and inadequate social assistance programs. Find out more and donate to support food banks in Ontario here: https://ow.ly/1BnV50Usc9X

Feeding a community helps it become (and stay) strong. According to Statistics Canada, 22.9% of families experienced food insecurity in 2022—that's almost one out of every four families! So, this World Hunger Day, what can we do to help? 🙌 donate to a food bank or food centre (like The Alex CFC or community kitchen: https://buff.ly/4bBuiBU) 🙌 volunteer to support local food resources, like a community pantry, fridge, or food program 🙌 vote for policies and platforms that lift our neighbours out of food insecurity

As a UK wide firm, we are proud to keep our roots within our local communities too, That’s why we wanted to say a massive thank you to Loveworks, for the support they give so many close to our very own Head Office in Reigate, Surrey.   Loveworks is an East Surrey based charity with a mission to help improve the lives of our local community through food.   In 2023 they handed out over 3000 food parcels to individuals and families in our local area, who otherwise could have gone hungry. This emergency food is given to people who have been referred in crisis, for example, by debt advice agencies, GPs, social services and schools. Food banks however are not the long-term solution. This is why they work closely with people to help them become less dependent on food bank support. At Loveworks they are passionate about working to prevent food poverty. Some of there projects are aimed at working towards this.    🥕 Their allotment provides fresh fruit and vegetables to the community 👩🍳 Cookery classes are aimed at helping people make the most of the food that they have.   Whilst they work to change the dependency on food banks, for the time being they are essential and demand is growing. This is why they need and appreciate your support.   Loveworks was based on a vision of mobilising the community to help the community. They rely on the support of amazing fundraisers and volunteers. Thank you for the support!   Steve Ayers, Business Growth & Recruitment Director is leading the volunteering and funds raising on behalf of us here at One Financial Solutions  – 😁 “All you have to do is spend one morning at the foodbank and see the kindness, the thanks, the amazing people and community feel. Getting involved was easy to do” 😁   Wayne Griffiths (MD) & all at the OFS headquarters in Reigate are on a mission to help raise a further £5,000 which is ever so needed this winter to support the ongoing need to provide this vital community service. And ask all in Surrey to help support the community by either getting involved or donating you can find more information here. https://lnkd.in/d3NRtnGZ #endfoodpoverty #supportlocalcommunities #loveworks #tryingtomakeadifference #onefinancialsolutions

New research reveals that over four million Australians are currently living in ‘hygiene poverty, with more than one in seven (15%) respondents to a recent survey skimping on essential personal hygiene items for financial reasons. Worse still, for over 3.6 million of these people, it's the first time they’ve had issues affording personal hygiene products.🧼🪥 😲 As the costs of housing and food increase, items like toothpaste, shampoo, soap and hygiene health items have, for some, become unattainable “luxuries”. In our latest venture to support the community, we are putting together a pantry with a difference. Our pantry will be focused on providing personal hygiene products. CAN YOU HELP? Do you have new unopened products at home that you can donate? Perhaps next time you are at the shop can you pick up an item or two for our pantry? All donations will be gratefully received at our Community Centre office. Hopefully we will have our pantry (in Barramul St) up and running soon.✨ #HygienePantry #communitysupportingcommunity #bringingthecommunitytogether