Bendigo Foodshare rescues donated and surplus food to feed around 13,000 Central Victorians in need each week via charities, schools and community groups.
Congratulations to our 2021 Citizen of the Year Cathie Steele and Young Citizen of the Year Ma Aye Paw 👏
Both recipients have been recognised for their leadership and work supporting the Greater Bendigo community, especially during COVID-19.
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Bendigo Foodshare celebrates bringing together the community with 25 local cafes, catering companies and local businesses providing10,000 meals throughout the COVID-19 period> https://t.co/4LvNJU9PT8
Did you know that we rescue food 7 days a week from all local Coles, Woolworths and Aldi stores?
That’s 96 supermarket collections every week, all done by our team of dedicated volunteers.
Here’s Sam on this morning’s run, looking the part with his watermelon mask 🍉
Not sure how to take part in Bendigo’s Biggest Takeaway?
1. Order food at a participating takeaway
2. Donate to Bendigo Foodshare
3. Show your local takeaway some love
4. Join an online event or socially distanced party at home
5. Share #BendigosBiggestTakeaway on social media
A huge thanks to Peppergreen Farm for cooking up a storm for our Cafes For COVID initiative. How yummy do these meals look?
Also, a round of applause @StreetSmartAust for supporting us to supply ready-made meals in Central Victorians in need.
Did you know around 16,700 Central Victorians need food relief every week? That's a 30 percent increase since the outbreak of COVID-19. Donate let them tough it out alone, support Bendigo’s Biggest Takeaway. https://t.co/zfNv6Ryxs4
Let’s start some friendly competition. Where’s Bendigo’s best fish and chip shop? Don't forget to tag them and check if they've signed up to #bendigosbiggesttakeaway.
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Freedom! Now we’re allowed to eat takeaway outside with another household, why not invite your besties for a picnic in the park for #bendigosbiggesttakeaway?
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Did you know you can donate at coffee shops during #bendigosbiggesttakeaway too? Grab a brew in your keep cup and send a gold coin our way to support local people in need.