A PROJECT to help people who need extra help with their food shopping is celebrating after scooping a £2,000 cash boost.
The community fridge project in Malvern Link has been awarded the cash from a community fund run by National Grid.
It was proposed by Malvern’s MP Harriett Baldwin, who visited to share the good news with local county councillor Karen Hanks, who has also helped to support the fridge as well as Coun Nathalie McVey.
The pair chatted to Rev Phillip Johnson of Malvern Link with Cowleigh parish about the project and how it is able to help people make sure there is enough fresh food on the table as well as reducing supermarket food waste.
The fridge, sited at the Church of the Ascension at Somers Park, is also allowing local people to gather in a warm space as temperatures dip below freezing.
“Community fridges are playing an important role helping people to make sure they have access to fresh food and I chatted to Reverend Phillip Johnson about how the project is operating with rising prices and high energy bills,” Mrs Baldwin said.
“Phillip has championed a number of vital projects helping his local community and I was delighted to be able to nominate this one for a cash award from National Grid.
“He is looking to expand the offer by working with more local retailers and food producers. Malvern’s voluntary sector is incredibly generous, and I am glad that the community is pulling together to help their follow residents in their time of need.”
Rev Johnson added: “We’re extremely grateful for this support once more from Harriett. It will make a real difference for people living in Malvern Link, and we’re delighted that we were recommended for this award.”
