The cost of living crisis is heaping pressure on the resources of Gateshead Foodbank, so unfortunately they are seeing an increase in demand, and any support that they can get from the community is invaluable.

Just £1 can allow the amazing volunteers at the Foodbank to provide an advent calendar for one child. They will also use any donations to help put together hampers so that families who struggle to make ends meet can still put food on the table during the festive season.

Anything you can spare would be amazing and will go a long way to ensuring that those in need get a bit of help towards the end of 2022.

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