Foodstuffs South Island stores boost food banks and communities this Christmas.
Foodstuffs South Island stores have helped make this Christmas a little brighter by giving NZD 250,000 to food banks and community partners throughout the South Island.
The Foodstuffs South Island Community Trust has contributed to 29 organisations just in time for Christmas, one of their busiest times. The Trust has increased its contribution by an extra NZD 50,000 this year.
Foodstuffs South Island stores have been owned and operated by local grocers who serve and support their communities. Each store has close ties and networks within its community and partners with a local food bank or organisation so that any product that would otherwise be thrown out can be shared with those in the community who need it most.
“We know this time of the year can be tough for many people, so we’ve reached out to the local foodbanks and community organisations we support and partner with throughout the South Island to help spread some joy throughout our communities this holiday season,” said Lucy Boock, Chair of the Foodstuffs South Island Community Trust.
“We hope this contribution makes a meaningful difference to the communities we serve this Christmas.”
Last year, Foodstuffs South Island Community Trust donated NZD 200,000 to local food banks and food rescue organisations in the lead-up to Christmas. In the 2024 financial year, the Trust donated over NZD 406k to South Island communities.
In addition, Foodstuffs South Island and Foodstuffs North Island donated more than 7.8 million meals across New Zealand. This was made possible through partnerships with community organisations, food banks, and food rescue organisations.
Currently, 90 percent of New World and PAK’nSAVE stores nationwide have supported and partnered with a food rescue organisation or food bank.
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