Charity News

The TUUT Charitable Trust were pleased to support the work of Brent Foodbank in June with a donation of £1,000. For many people being referred to a foodbank after being hit by something unavoidable like illness or redundancy, emergency food is just the first step up. Foodbanks help people access other services and support which can help them get their lives back on track. This donation was one of five foodbanks signposted to us for help by the London Region of the GMB.

The TUUT Charitable Trust were pleased to support the work of Dunstable Foodbank in June with a donation of £1,000. Foodbanks the length and breadth of the country provide a vital resource in our communities, especially during these unprecedented times. This donation was one of five foodbanks signposted to us for help by the London Region of the GMB. Image Caption: Martin Foster (GMB Beds County Branch Secretary) presents the donation to Dunstable Foodbank

The TUUT Charitable Trust were pleased to support the work of Belfast North Foodbank in May with a donation of £1,000. Coronavirus has meant very difficult times for many, this gift will be used wisely to meet the needs of food poverty in North Belfast. This donation was one of four foodbanks signposted to us for help by the North West & Irish Region of the GMB.

The TUUT Charitable Trust were pleased to support the work of the North Lakes Foodbank during May with a donation of £1,000. This donation was one of five foodbanks signposted to us for help by the Northern Region of the GMB. In these currently very challenging times many people are struggling with employment issues, self-isolation and all the attendant problems. With rising demand increasing noticeably during May, our donation has been used to purchase food to maintain stock levels and “fill in the gaps” as necessary.

The TUUT Charitable Trust were pleased to support the work of Rochdale Foodbank in May with a donation of £1,500. This donation was one of four foodbanks signposted to us for help by the North West & Irish Region of the GMB. Rochdale Foodbank lost many of its regular volunteers as they had to shield themselves or other family members, fortunately working with Rochdale Council and others who came forward having furloughed an emergency service has been maintained.