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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... -
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—... -
May/June 2025
May
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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... -
April 2025
Firstly, we would like to thank Beth and all her colleagues at WBPS for their generous donation which has really helped us with our Easter plans.
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Secondly, we have a busy Easter as we will be out for our normal Friday (Good Friday) and then again on Easter Sunday providing Brunch. I am pleased to announce that I (Andrew) am happy to be the official food taster.
Good Friday 18.30 - 19.45
Easter Sunday 11.00 - 13.30
Location: Outside Marks and Spencer, Listergate, NG13... -
Easter 2025
This year we will be out feeding our homeless friends on both Good Friday (18th April) and on Easter Sunday (20th April).
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On Good Friday we will be joined by Hollie and a number of staff and residents from Willis Lodge Residential Home who will be bringing lots of goodies. This will take place at our normal time of 18.30 - 19.45 and hot food and sandwiches will be provided.
On Easter Sunday we will be providing a brunch served between 11.00 - 1300. I'm sure there will be a few Ea... -
March 2025
Numbers are continuing to rise and Tracy's homemade soups along with Martyn's shepherds pie seem to hit the spot during this cold spell.
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We would like to thank Martyn and Tracey for stepping up and helping with some of the cooking responsibilities.
We would also like to say a huge thank you to Cheryl Broughton from Slimmer's World for all the chocolate goodies.
If anyone can help support us with the weekly consumables - food trays, disposable forks or disposable cu... -
February 2025
We are out every Friday evening by Marks & Spencer and thanks to your donations we are managing to continue to provide a hot meal, sandwiches and treats.
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Our next big event is Easter Sunday (April 20th) and we will be out 11.00 - 13.30. If you, your company or organisation can help us with Easter eggs or treats please contact us. -
January 2025
Firstly we hope you all had a great Christmas and New Year. As for the Kitchen it has been an extremely busy year ending on a high thanks to very generous food donations we were able to provide a full lunch, dessert, sandwiches, hot drinks and other goodies on both Christmas day and Boxing day.
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Below are listed a few of our contributors who we would like to thank:
BIDFOOD, for all the Christmas Day dinner items and continued support.
TESCO, Georgia and the team for year lon... -
December 2024
As always we will be out on Christmas day by Marks & Spencer on Lister Gate (NG1 1DB) between 11.00 and 13.30 providing a full Christmas lunch with dessert and a vegetarian option too. Goodie bags will also be available for our guests.
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This will be our 9th Christmas day and we want to make it extra special so if you or your company can help with things like chocolates, toiletries, socks then please call us.
We wish you all a happy Christmas and great New Year.
Lots of love Tracy, Andr... -
November 2024
It is the time of year where we start planning our Christmas lunch, we will be out by Marks and Spencer on Listergate on Christmas day from 11.00-13.00 to offer our extended family a full Christmas lunch with all the trimmings plus a vegetarian option.
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As always our regular sponsors will help but any donations will be gratefully received. -
October 2024
On the 26th of this month it is 8 years since Tracy and Andrew first set up in Trinity Square with a couple of flasks and some bags of sandwiches. A lot has happened in that time, the homeless community continues to grow and we've lost friends along the way. However there is still the need for organisations like ours to provide a warm meal, hot drink, plus to provide a friendly face to listen, chat and be supportive.
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All our meals are made from scratch by Tracy and there is always a tas... -
September 2024
Firstly a big thank you to everyone who made a donation to our August appeal it made a big difference!
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As you are aware we feed the street homeless by Marks and Spencer on Listergate on Friday evenings from 6.30-7.30 and unfortunately numbers are increasing. If you or your company can help in anyway please contact us, the cold dark nights are creeping in.
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August 2024
This month we really need the help of you, your company and anyone who can help with fund raising. We are still helping around 50 families but we are now struggling with supplies we provide for the homeless.
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If you can help with any of the listed you would make a tremendous difference.
AUGUST APPEAL 2024
Tinned food including tomatoes, beans, potatoes, vegetables
Pulses like chickpeas, lentils, kidney beans
Rice, pasta and sauces, soup, pot noodles
Cereals and l... -
June/July 2024
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As of June 14th 2024 we are now back out on the street feeding the homeless, we are sorry to see the increase in their numbers.
We are now out most Fridays 18.30-19.45 by Marks and Spencers on Lister Gate, providing a hot meal, dessert, sandwiches and in the summer months water.
July 2024
We have two different stories this month to give you an example of situations we deal with.
Tracy was contacted about a young man named Dean who was living in a super... -
April 2024
We were out feeding the homeless on Easter Sunday, it was a very successful day and we served 72 people. Everyone was well fed and left with sandwiches and Easter eggs galore.
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We would like to thank our long time supporters Bid Food, Hovis and Tesco Community Team at Victoria Centre.
Also we would like to thank Karen Springett for her work liaising with Marks and Spencers (Big Group) and securing their generous donation of Easter eggs, thanks also to Jayne and her colleagues at Perform... -
May 2024
We will be back out on the streets on a permanent basis from June 2024, currently we are waiting for our licence and permit applications to get the final seal of approval.
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We are hoping to be out on Friday evenings 18.30 - 19.30 and we will let everyone know as soon as possible.
We are all very excited at being able to get back working with the homeless on a more regular basis but we will still be carrying on our work with the local community and schools.
Finally if anyone would l...