Hi- my name is Melanie Lawrence, and I am trekking to Everest in September and would like to raise funds for this organisation. I am fully self-funded meaning that 100% of your donations will go to helping this foodbank. (Registered charity number SC049181).

More than ever people are struggling with basic needs. The rising coat of living has hit our most vulnerable people hardest, with many forced to turn to foodbanks and energy vouchers to stay afloat. Community One Stop Shop is a community based foodbank, advice centre and provider of energy vouchers making a massive difference to people’s lives in west Edinburgh. They rely entirely on donations, receiving no governmental or council help. Having volunteered there for almost 2 years, I can attest to the difference they make to people struggling- people in work, disabled, pensioners, children and more. I hope you can help support this important cause.