Following London South East Colleges successful foodbank fundraising campaign throughout lockdown, the initiative is being re-launched as #FestiveFEFoodbankFriday to support local communities in the run up to Christmas.

With the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to have significant social and economic impact on so many people, foodbanks across the country are reporting a huge rise in demand. To help people in need, the College is working with other FE colleges nationally to collect 30,000 items for local foodbanks. In addition, the virtual fundraising platform will be re-launched with the aim of reaching a £12,000 target.

Collection bins for food and other non-food donations will be placed across the Colleges network of campuses, giving staff and students the opportunity to support the campaign. The college will also be publishing regular lists of the most needed items from the local foodbanks, to make sure donations are as helpful as possible.

Colleges signed up so far;

London South East Colleges

Bournemouth and Poole College

BMet

Nelson and Colne College Group

East Coast College

Harlow College

Greater Brighton Metropolitan College

Burton and South Derbyshire College

Kingston Maurward College

Central Bedfordshire College

Peterborough College

Stamford College

Education Partnership North East

West London College

Vision West Nottinghamshire College

Bridgewater and Taunton College

IOW College

Cambridge Regional College