Kinder Kind of Kitchen £250k making a difference

The Cumberland’s £250,000 donation is making a difference to food poverty in the area, as the cost of living takes its toll.

Projects helping tackle food poverty in Cumbria say they have been given a massive boost by The Cumberland’s Kinder Kind of Kitchens initiative.

The building society last month announced it was giving £250,000 to over 30 projects run by FareShare Lancashire and Cumbria. The money is already benefiting those who are experiencing food poverty, including the Oasis Food Pantry in Carlisle and The Well Communities in Barrow.

Research shows that during COVID the use of food banks and clubs tripled. However, over the last 12 months, there has been an unprecedented demand from individuals and families who don’t know where their next meal is coming from.