Be Enriched

Project Report | Dec 20, 2024
Merry Christmas and a Heartfelt Thank you!

By Georgia Wright | Media and Comms Manager

Dear friends and supporters of Be Enriched,

As we get ready to wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to say thank you for all your support this year. Whether you’ve donated, funded, volunteered, or cheered us on, you’ve played a vital role in helping us bring people together through food and save precious food from going to landfill.

As a token of our appreciation, we would love to gift you a limited-edition print featuring a special thank you message. Please find it attached! This is a small way to show how much your generosity means to us and to all those we support. If you can’t see the attachment, you can also view your E-Christmas Card here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGZvcNP0Sg/FD4XGDE1PwBqwScXpdoTXA/view?utm_content=DAGZvcNP0Sg&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h279340f239

This year, together, we:

Served thousands of meals through our Community Canteens.
Welcomed 2395 customers onto our Food Bus and Float.
Saved over 6 tonnes of food from being wasted.
Hosted 114 children at our Kids Clubs.
Provided warmth, joy, and connection to thousands of people who needed it most.

Your generosity has made it possible for us to spread hope and make a tangible difference in South London. This December, as we prepare to serve over 2,700 meals and host special Christmas events, we’re reminded that none of this would be possible without you.

From everyone here at Be Enriched, we wish you a Merry Christmas filled with joy, love, and plenty of good food!

Thank you for being part of our journey to make South London a better, brighter place for all!

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Dec 2, 2024
Autumn Success and Winter Appeal

By Georgia Wright | Media and Comms Manager

Be Enriched has had an impactful few months, continuing to empower communities through our innovative food projects. From our Food Bus Prokect to our Community Canteens and Kids Clubs, we’ve been addressing food insecurity, promoting healthier lifestyles, and fostering meaningful connections. As we prepare for the festive season, we’re excited to share our successes and plans with our valued stakeholders.

Mobile Food Project

The Mobile Food Project has become a trusted resource for the communities we serve, providing fresh, affordable food right where it’s needed. Between August and November, 1,248 customers attended the Food Bus, and 921 of them purchased items, demonstrating the vital role this project plays in bridging food access gaps. By offering low-cost, high-quality produce, we are enabling families to eat nutritiously while keeping costs manageable.

Community Canteens

Our Community Canteens have been central to fostering togetherness while addressing food insecurity. Over the past four months, we’ve welcomed 1,227 guests, who came not only to enjoy meals but also to experience the warmth and belonging of a shared space. In line with our commitment to sustainability, we’ve repurposed 1,568 kg of surplus food, transforming it into delicious meals that feed both bodies and hearts. This approach ensures that nothing goes to waste while making a tangible difference in our fight against hunger.

Kids Clubs

This autumn half-term, we were thrilled to host over 50 children on the Food Bus as part of our Kids Clubs. These sessions were filled with cooking, creativity, and, most importantly, shared meals. Thanks to our partnership with The Felix Project, the bus was stocked with fresh produce, ensuring every child and their families had access to enough healthy food throughout the holidays. These activities not only provided essential nutrition but also encouraged children to explore healthy eating, learn new skills, and enjoy the sense of community that comes with sharing food.

Looking Ahead: Christmas Campaign 2024

As the holidays approach, we’re excited to launch our Christmas Campaign, where we will share the festive spirit with over 300 people. With the help of our dedicated volunteers, we will serve more than 2,700 plates of food, creating a warm, inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy a holiday meal. This campaign embodies everything Be Enriched stands for—offering nourishment, connection, and care during a time when it matters most.

Thank you!

None of this would be possible without the continued support of our stakeholders, volunteers, and partners. Your contributions and commitment enable us to bring lasting change to the communities we serve. As we reflect on the achievements of the past few months, we’re filled with optimism for the future and look forward to continuing this important work together.

Thank you for being a vital part of our mission.

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Aug 1, 2024
A Season of Growth and Support!

By Georgia Wright | Media and Communications Manager

As we get well into summer at Be Enriched, our team has been exceptionally busy supporting the community, fostering new connections, and growing our network. Our efforts are steadfastly focused on our mission: to reduce food waste, combat social isolation, and ensure fair access to fresh, healthy food for all. We are excited to share our key updates and the positive impact we are making together. Read on to learn more about our recent achievements and ongoing initiatives.

Canteens Project

Over the last two months we have seen record numbers at our canteens as guests continue to attend regularly and new members join us. Our canteen leaders and volunteers have been cooking up a storm providing fresh, home cooked, nutritious and delicious, meals for the community. We also have started a new relationship ith Fareshare and gained a new delivery on a Thursday from Don’s Action Group to help fill the gap and increase our food donations to the canteens.

Already this year we have seen

696 Guests attend our canteens
Saved 603kg of food from landfill
Worked with 140+ volunteers
Saved approximatelly £2500+ in the community

The Food Bus and Float

The Food Bus team have been hard at work over the last two months providing communties with low cost, healthy food as well as hosting families in their school holiday kids clubs.

Already this year we have seen

301 Sales
415 visitors
24 klids club attendees

We've also added a new bus stop at Tooting Leisure Centre every Tuesday from 11am-3pm, offering healthy, low-cost food to the local community.

The summer season at Be Enriched has been a period of remarkable activity and community engagement and it's not over yet! Our canteens have thrived with a record number of attendees, and new collaborations with Fareshare and Don’s Action Group have bolstered our food supplies, enabling us to serve even more nutritious meals.

Our Food Bus and Float initiatives have also made significant strides, delivering affordable, healthy food to communities and providing enriching activities for children during school holidays. As the summer holidays apparoch we'll be providing additional provisions and diving head first into our new stop at Tooting Leisure Centre.

We are grateful for the support and dedication of our volunteers, partners, and community members and those who donate to us. As we look ahead, we are excited to continue our mission of enriching communities through food. Stay tuned for our next update, where we will share news about our new bus stop at Tooting Leisure Centre, summer kids club programs, and more exciting developments. Together, we are making a positive impact and fostering a stronger, more connected community.