To anyone who has ever donated to a food bank...

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Thank you, thank you. From the bottom of my heart, Thank you

The DCs and I left our family home this week. as we were fleeing domestic violence. It's been a really shitty week, but thanks to all of your food bank donations our cupboard looks like this. The volunteers there were so welcoming to me, gave me tea, checked I was okay and they're going to make sure there are some bits waiting for me next week that weren't available today.

I've been overwhelmed by the generosity of people. Friends of a friend have given us bags of toys.

If you ever lose your faith in mankind, remember that the kindness of strangers has provided food and happiness to my children this week. I couldn't be more grateful.

Thank you

Very best of luck to you op.

That’s good to hear and so glad you are now safe.

How lovely. Sounds daft but was it
OK food as our food bank asks for tinned meat which I hate

So glad you're out. Very best of luck for your future ❤️

All the best OP! Glad you and your children are safe xxx

Bless you op. I really hope things work out for you x

So glad you are safe and that these donations have made your life a little easier this week. Bless the people who volunteer and offer a kindly word and a cup of tea. It makes such a difference in shitty situations. Onwards and upwards for you, this time next year you will be in a much better place.

How strong and brave.
Here's to new beginnings!

I've volunteered at a food bank and used to try to imagine the person the 'picks' were going to. So good to hear from a real life recipient and the best of luck for you and your DCs in your new life.

Well done for getting away OP, wishing you and your children the very best of luck in your new life.

That has really touched my heart op, I shall ensure that I buy something extra to pop in the bank this week.

Good luck in your future op.

What would you like to see from a food bank?

How much choice do recipients get? I know dietary requirements will be followed if at all possible but what about taste preferences? I always donate, often something that was destined for our house as I forget and have to pick something out of the trolley. Often something treat like that I realise we can do without!

Ps. I hope things continue to improve for you, OP!

Well done you for getting out and asking for the help you need and deserve

Wonderful! So happy to see that lovely food :)

What bits give you that little pick me up? (Will note for next trip)

Wishing you all the best xx

Well done for getting out, OP. I'm so glad you've been shown kindness.

What a lovely thread, hope that all goes well for you now

You are a superstar. Thank you for sharing and making me feel better.
All the very best for the future to you and your family.

I wish you and your children lots of happiness in your new life

I tend to buy different things each week for ours but never know if it's what's really needed. Are fòod basics better than treat items?

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Wonderful! Well done Op, wishing you all the best

Good luck OP.

I only tend to donate at Christmas because thats when they have the collection points out in supermarkets. Where do you go to donate at other times?

Good luck OP. Well done for getting away.

Well done OP. I know it'll be hard at first, but you're giving yourself and your children a much better future in the long run.