A developer working on new homes in north Coventry is giving a cash donation to support Coventry’s network of food hubs.
Kendrick Homes Ltd, is building new homes in Watery Lane in Coventry, and as part of their work has offered the city’s Food Hub Network a £3000 donation.
The money will go towards supporting residents across the city struggling to feed themselves and their families because of inflation and the rising cost of living.
The Coventry Food Hub Network was created during 2020 to help support people and families struggling to put food on the table during COVID-19 and since as the ongoing cost of living crisis has developed.
The network now provides food parcels to more people than ever.
The network of 14 social Supermarkets, located across the city, provide support and reduced cost food supplies to people in need. They can also help with directing customers towards the correct support available with any issues they may have.
Cllr David Welsh, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities said: "On behalf of the Coventry Food Hub Network and the residents they support, I would like to thank Kendrick Homes Ltd for this donation.
“This will help to make a real difference to many people across all communities, many people that are struggling to make ends meet.”
Diane Williams, Coventry Food Network trustee, said; “Thank you Kendrick Homes, This donation will help us support the most vulnerable people in Coventry with food “
The Council’s Community Resilience Team helped Kendrick Homes make the decision as to who would be able to benefit from this donation.
If you or someone you know would like to offer support to help vulnerable residents across Coventry you can get in touch with the Resilience Team at communityresilience@coventry.gov.uk