Blues Christmas Foodbank collection

Blues Foundation and Bedford Blues will be collecting for Bedford Foodbank on Saturday 12th December.

UK-wide charity The Children’s Society estimates 850,000 families are struggling with the cost of food due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Blues Foundation are determined to support those in need throughout these challenging times and are pleased to be working with Bedford Foodbank ahead of the festive period.

Local foodbanks – which provide emergency supplies to families in need – are often stretched over the festive period as families struggle to make ends meet. This is likely to be pushed to the limit even further because of the global pandemic.

This year Blues Foundation and the club are asking supporters to bring non-perishable items to Goldington Road to ensure no-one in our community goes without this Christmas.

The Bedford Blues Rugby Ground will be open for donations between 9am – 2pm on Saturday 12th December. Supporters are asked to make their way to Goldington Road where there will be a one way system to drop off donations via car or walk in. Social distancing measures will be in operation according to Bedford Blues’ most recent risk management plan.

All donations will then be delivered to Bedford Foodbank ready for the festive period.

Blues Foundation Manager, Tom Harwood said: “We are delighted to be working with Bedford Foodbank to help give something back to those most in need this Christmas.

“When Mike (Rayer) and Gareth (Alred) from the club approached the Foundation with the opportunity, we felt it fitted nicely with our festive fundraising plans for meals for the vulnerable.

“I encourage supporters and the local community to donate what they can on the 12th December.”

Items in high demand at Bedford Foodbank:

  • Tinned Rice Pudding

  • Long Life Sponge Puddings

  • UHT Fruit Juice

  • Jars of instant Coffee

  • Tinned Meat

  • Chocolate Selection Packs

  • Bars of Chocolate  

  • Size 5 and 6 nappies

  • Shampoo

  • Shower Gel

  • Cleaning Spray

  • Washing Up Liquid

  • Toothbrushes

If you would like to volunteer on the 12th December and support the event please contact Foundation Manager, Tom Harwood via info@bluesfoundation.org.uk .

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