We, Derby in Need CIC*, operate a local 'food bank' scheme and five times daily we collect surplus food from large high street stores (M&S and Lidl to name two) and distribute the food we receive on a daily basis to in excess of 1000 families a week.

Until recently the collections have been made using one of our Director's car but unfortunately Mr Brumbles, as he is affectionately known, needs a new starter motor, high pressure fuel pump, alternator and clutch - costs totalling around £3,000. Mr Brumbles was purchased for just £1495 and to spend £3,000 on him is neither economic or sensible, so we are asking for you help to raise money to allow us to buy our very first van.

The new van will not only allow us to continue the work we do but it will also allow us expand our 'food bank' service due to the additional capacity we will have to make collections.

Part of this funding request (£3,000) will be used to pay for insurance for the new van and some fuel costs too.

So can you spare a few £'s to help us continue the valuable work we do for many needy families in Derby? Any donation, however, small will be very much appreciated.

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*Derby in Need CIC is a 'not for profit company'. Registered in England & Wales No 10653834. Company type: Private company limited by guarantee without share capital. Community Interest Company (CIC). https://beta.companieshouse.gov.uk/company/10653834