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April 2026
We’re excited to begin April with our 10th annual Easter Sunday Lunch. This year, we’ll be serving a full roast lunch with a vegetarian option, followed by a delicious dessert. Guests will also be able to take away sandwiches and snacks — and of course, no Easter celebration would be complete without an Easter egg.
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As we look ahead to October, we’ll be marking our 10th anniversary, and we’d love to make it a truly special occasion. It’s the perfect opportunity for your company, or... -
March 2026
Things have been ticking along nicely here, and we’re now looking forward to our Easter Sunday Lunch on 5 April, served between 11:00 and 13:00.
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We’ll be offering a full Sunday lunch, a tasty dessert, and some sandwiches to take away for later — plus, of course, an Easter egg for everyone.
If you, your organisation, or your company would like to support us with a donation, we would be truly grateful. Please feel free to get in touch with Tracy or Andrew.
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February 2026
We’re pleased to say that things are still ticking along nicely. Thanks to your continued support, we are able to feed our homeless family, help struggling local families, and support a couple of schools as well.
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That said, we are always grateful for any extra help. Donations of food, toiletries, or even a small cash contribution to help us purchase essential supplies would make a huge difference and would be very much appreciated.
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January 2026
We’ve started the new year in great spirits following a wonderful Christmas Day, with a few days afterwards to rest, recharge, and reflect on such a positive end to the year.
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We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Nikki, Daisy, and of course Toby from The Little Green Café, Bridgford Park, Bridgford Road, West Bridgford, for their very generous donation of food. Their support makes a real difference to the people we help, and we are incredibly grateful for their kin... -
Christmas Day Lunch 2025
Well, we did it — our 10th Christmas Day Lunch, and what a wonderful day it was.
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Everyone enjoyed a full, hot Christmas lunch, followed by gateau and plenty of extra snacks and treats to enjoy later on. There was lots of good food, warm conversation, and a real sense of togetherness.
It was especially lovely to see our volunteers spending time with our guests and helping to make the day feel extra special for everyone. Days like this truly show the heart of our charity.<b... -
In Loving Memory of Max
It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Max, Tracy’s partner, on 18th November 2025.
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Max was one of our busy behind-the-scenes team and was regularly seen at the kitchen on Friday evenings before his illness.
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December 2025
We’re excited to share that we’ll be out on Christmas Day from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, serving a full festive lunch with all the trimmings—plus plenty of extra goodies. You’ll find us outside Marks & Spencer on Listergate (NG1 7DB).
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As an unfunded, not-for-profit organisation, we rely on the generosity of our community. If you, your company, or your organisation can help support us—or would like to make a financial donation—please get in touch. Every contribution helps us mak... -
November 2025
Halloween was a fantastic success! Our amazing volunteers went all out with costumes, and everyone enjoyed plenty of delicious food. Thank you to everyone who helped make it such a memorable day.
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Now we’re looking ahead to Christmas. This year marks our 10th annual Christmas Day dinner, and we’ll be serving a full festive meal from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Alongside the hot lunch, we’ll also provide sandwiches, snacks, and a few extra treats to bring comfort and joy to those in need... -
Special Thanks
First, we would like to extend our warmest thanks to Diane Brooks of BioCity, who will be retiring at the beginning of December. Diane and her colleagues have generously supported us over the years, donating goods for our Christmas Day and Easter Sunday lunches. Diane, thank you for your kindness and commitment—now it’s time to enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
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Next, we would like to express our gratitude to Trinity Catholic School for their continued support. Earlier this year... -
Tracy's Tasty Treats
All our meals are cooked from scratch — with love and care, just like home.
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Some of the favourites on the menu include bread and butter pudding, cowboy pie, a mix of pasta dishes, hearty stews, and of course, good old-fashioned soups. We keep things varied, comforting, and filling — because everyone deserves a warm, nourishing meal. -
October 2025
We’re turning 9!
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On October 26th, we’ll be celebrating our 9th anniversary — and to mark the occasion, we’re throwing a little Halloween-themed offering on Friday the 31st. Expect spooky vibes and maybe even some questionable costume choices (Tracy, we’re looking at you — camera at the ready!).
Christmas is coming... Yes, we know — it feels early! But we’re already planning our Christmas Day lunch for those in need. If you, your company, or organisation w... -
September 2025
First off — a huge thank you to everyone who supported our Summer Appeal. Your kindness really made a difference, and we’re so grateful for your continued support.
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We’ve mentioned our outreach teams before, and now we’re excited to share a little update. To help ease the pressure on our kitchen team, one of our amazing volunteers, Carly, is stepping up to take the lead on outreach. She’ll be heading out with hot meals, sandwiches, snacks, and flasks of soup, tea, and coffee... -
August 2025
Every Friday evening, our amazing volunteers head out — sometimes in one group, sometimes two — to find our homeless friends who, for various reasons, haven’t made it to the kitchen. These outreach teams bring food, drinks, and, just as importantly, compassion. It’s our way of making sure no one is left behind and that everyone is as well as they can be.
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To help support this vital work, Andrew and Max have recently invested in three two-way radios and four body-worn cameras. These addit... -
July 2025
On July 2nd, Tracy and I had the pleasure of attending the Nottingham College Kindness Awards. It was a truly heartwarming event, and we were thrilled to be shortlisted among so many inspiring nominees.
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A special shout-out goes to Bradley Foley and his talented Catering Commis apprentices, who had previously prepared delicious food and some truly amazing bread for our Friday evening kitchen. Their generosity and skill made a real difference, and we’re excited about the possibility of working... -
May/June 2025
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Over recent Friday evenings, we've seen a steady increase in numbers—and it's clear that the demand for our services is stronger than ever.
We’re delighted to share that our Easter Kitchens were a great success and really well attended!
On Good Friday, we had a lovely visit from the staff and residents of Willis Lodge, who brought down some goodies for everyone. Tracy served up a choice of two hot dishes, with sandwiches provided by both her and our amazing volunteers. There wer... -
Summer 2025 Appeal
Since we began in October 2016, the need for organisations like ours has only grown—and right now, we’re feeling the pressure more than ever.
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Like many others, we’re facing the challenges of the ongoing cost of living crisis. Unfortunately, this has meant a drop in both food and financial donations, as circumstances change for many of our supporters.
If you, your company, or your organisation can help with any of the items listed below, we would be truly grateful. Every contribution—...