In the run up to Christmas, students from Whitworth Park Academy in Spennymoor pulled out all the stops to support five local foodbanks by replenishing much needed items.
Five year groups took part by rising to the challenge of filling a household wheelie bin full of items the local foodbanks are facing high demand for.
Working alongside local housing provider, Livin they created a digital flyer to encourage friends and family to donate to the worthy cause.
In addition to the five wheelie bins, Livin and Mears Group donated an additional £1,000 to top up the academy’s collection.
All food donations were distributed between Shildon Alive, Junction 7 in Newton Aycliffe, St Luke’s Church in Ferryhill, Cornforth Partnership, St Aidan’s Church in Chilton and St Paul’s Centre in Spennymoor.
Alan Boddy, chief executive of Livin said: “The cost-of-living crisis has meant foodbanks are now more than ever providing a vital lifeline to support our local communities.
“In these challenging times it is so heart-warming that we can work with our partners to increase the impact we can make for those who need it most.”
David Stone, Whitworth Park Academy headteacher said: “Once again, I am incredibly proud of the care shown by our children in collecting food for those less fortunate than them-selves.
“Despite the difficult times that many people are experiencing at the moment, the children continue to think of others.
“They are as keen and enthusiastic as ever to help families in our community who are struggling at this time of year.”
Spennymoor's local community newspaper.
