FEAST With Us

In our fourth winter post, we’re sharing how volunteering has steered our incredible volunteers toward a more positive direction in their lives. 🌟💪 When we asked our volunteers how their experiences have impacted them, Arron shared how volunteering gives him a sense of purpose, even if it's just a few hours a week. Derek emphasised the importance of connection, and said how volunteering not only helps him socially, but also supports his mental health and well-being. Their stories remind us that giving back can create a ripple effect of new perspectives, benefiting both volunteers and the communities they serve. Join us in celebrating the transformative power of volunteering this holiday season. Help continue building a supportive community and providing nutritious meals this winter. Donate to provide meals and warmth for those in need here: https://bit.ly/3Zn20HG 🙏❤️

Another fantastic session and graduation yesterday at Fitzrovia Community Centre as we wrapped up the Healthy Eating on a Budget programme! 🎉 Huge congratulations to all participants who graduated with a Level 2 Food Safety Certificate. 🙌 The group split into two teams to put their new skills into practice, cooking delicious two-course meals packed with protein and vegetables🍽️ On the menu: 🥗 Team 1: Chicken in a tomato and veg sauce with two salads—one with beans and the other with tuna. 🌶️ Team 2: Fish chilli con carne, an avocado and feta salad, a no-sugar peach strudel, and a cake. One participant shared that the programme has improved their confidence in socialising and cooking with new ingredients. The group even requested more sessions like this!💚 We are looking forward to starting new groups of the HEB programme in 2025🌟 #FEAST #Nutrition #Community #Sustainability #HealthyEating #NutritionEducation #CommunityCooking

Last week, we hosted a fantastic Healthy Eating on a Budget taster session at St Giles Kensal Resource Centre!🌟 This one-off session focused on carbohydrates and sugar, sparking insightful discussions about sugar's effects on the body. One participant, a diabetic, shared how eye-opening the session was, while another, a parent, felt inspired to support her son in reducing his sugar intake🍬 We run both taster sessions and the full HEB programme, helping participants build confidence in making healthier choices💚 If your organisation is interested in hosting a taster session in 2025, get in touch! #FEAST #Nutrition #Community #Sustainability #HealthyEating #CommunityCooking #SugarAwareness #HealthyChoices

In our third winter post, we're excited to share how volunteering has enriched the social lives of our volunteers.🌟🤝 When we asked our volunteers how their experiences have impacted their social connections, Hayes shared how volunteering helped him find a sense of belonging after moving to London. Ella highlighted how the emotional and practical support from building new networks and through fostering new connections within her community. Their reflections remind us, that volunteering not only makes a difference in the lives of those we serve, but also creates a vibrant community where everyone feels valued and respected. Join us in celebrating the power of connection this holiday season. Help continue building a supportive community and providing nutritious meals this winter. Donate to provide meals and warmth for those in need here: https://bit.ly/3Zn20HG 🙏❤️

We're excited to announce that FEAST is participating in this year's 12 Days of Giving programme by the Benefact Group! We need your help to continue our vital work in tackling food insecurity and providing nutritious meals to those in need. You can nominate us for a chance to win £1,000! This funding will go a long way in supporting our services and empowering vulnerable individuals in our community. 👉 Here’s how you can help: Nominate FEAST With Us to win by following this link: https://bit.ly/49m4Tvz Share this post to spread the word! Thank you for your continued support! 💚

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that our abstract won 2nd place in the Mental Health category at the British Dietetic Association (BDA) Research Symposium! 🎉 The abstract, co-authored by our founder Hannah, NHS and research dietitian, and Adrian Brown, Senior Research Fellow and Lecturer in Nutrition and Dietetics at UCL, explored dietary health inequalities and the nutrition status of people experiencing homelessness. This recognition highlights the importance of our work in addressing food insecurity and nutrition. It was an honour to join the symposium, celebrating groundbreaking research by dietitians across the UK. The day was packed with innovation, collaboration, and a shared passion for improving health outcomes through dietetics. Thank you to everyone who participated in our study💚 #FEAST #Nutrition #Community #Sustainability #ResearchImpact #DietaryHealth #BDAResearchSymposium #MentalHealth #FoodSecurity

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve completed Level 2 of the Healthy Eating on a Budget programme in Fitzrovia Community Centre!🎉 One of our amazing participants shared that, by applying some of the techniques she learned—especially portion control—she’s managed to lose 8 pounds!🙌🏽 It’s incredible to see how knowledge and practical skills from HEB are empowering participants to take steps toward healthier lifestyles. Huge congratulations to all participants! 🌟 #Nutrition #Community #Sustainability #HealthyEating #NutritionEducation #CommunityCooking #Empowerment

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Generous Supporters! 🌟 We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the Kusuma Trust UK for their incredible grant of £10,000, the Morris Trust for their generous £2,500 grant, and Meeting Needs for their vital contribution of £5,000! These remarkable funds will significantly enhance our ability to deliver nutritious community meal services and tackle food insecurity in our community. With this funding, FEAST can maintain and expand our services, ensuring we continue to provide healthy meals to those who need them most. Thanks to the Kusuma Trust, we will be able to keep cooking nutritious meals, provide community dining experiences, and coordinate the delivery of packed healthy meals to venues for individuals to collect. The impact of the Morris Trust and Meeting Needs will also be felt throughout our community, as we work to support more vulnerable individuals experiencing food challenges.

In today's post, we explore how volunteering has fed the creativity of our amazing team. 🎨✨ When we asked our volunteers how their experiences have fed their creativity, Sarah shared how working with donated produce, and embracing diverse cultural backgrounds has enhanced the meals she creates. Noah and Leah, both retired, expressed their joy in cooking, and the satisfaction they feel in providing nutritious meals to those who need them most. Their insights remind us, that volunteering not only nourishes our community, but also allows us to explore our creativity and work together to help others. This winter, if you’d like to support our mission to provide nutritious meals and warmth for those in need, please donate here: https://bit.ly/3Zn20HG 🙏❤️

Earlier this year, we collaborated with the Camden Food Partnership (CFP) to showcase best practices from four incredible organisations in the network. Key topics include sustainability, nutrition, collaboration, and volunteering.  With the support of FEAST volunteers, the CFP and FEAST created a video and report to encourage collaboration across CFP organisations and share best practices for overcoming challenges🤝 Special thanks to Calthorpe Community Garden, Refugee Community Kitchen, Foodscape and Cooperation Town for sharing their insights and hospitality. 👉 Watch the video HERE - https://lnkd.in/eFcknwqT    📄 Read the report here: - https://lnkd.in/emCeS-RK  FEAST and the CFP are part of a growing movement in the London Borough of Camden that are working towards a future where everyone has dignified access to healthy and nutritious food everyday.  #FEAST #Nutrition #Community #Sustainability #Camden #FoodPartnerships #KnowledgeSharing #CommunityInitiatives #BestPractices