Greggs Foundation supports charity Meals & More with grant
Since foodservice provider Brakes founded Meals & More in 2015, the charity has supported over 2.5 million meals at holiday clubs across the UK.
Thousands of children and families have benefited from healthy and nutritious food in safe and enriching environments during the school holidays when support for vulnerable children is needed the most.
Tracy Lynch, manager of the Greggs Foundation, commented: “The charity has made amazing strides over the past few years to help reach children and young people dealing with issues related to food insecurity. Its ethos and mission align closely with our own, to help ensure food is at the heart of the communities in which we serve.
“We will be working with Meals & More in the provision of breakfast or afternoon supper at clubs which will have a positive impact on alleviating hunger and supporting children and families during the school holiday periods.”
The £28,500 grant will support clubs based in the north-east, north-west, south-west, Yorkshire and Scotland.
Peter McGrath, operations director at Meals & More, said: “The need for support in many communities is growing. The leadership and team at Greggs Foundation are clearly passionate about our cause and their support will assist us in reaching even more children. The additional resource will assist many clubs in providing an additional meal be it at breakfast or prior to going home.”