A1. A food bank is a place where people give non-perishable food items like canned goods, pasta, and other things that don't spoil easily. These items are then given to people who can't afford to buy food. By donating to a food bank, you're helping make sure that everyone has access to meals that are important for their health. .
Did you know that over 250 million people across the world don't have enough food to eat? Some are close to starving. This is called a global food crisis, and it's a big problem that affects many families. Despite the happiness of the holiday season, many families still struggle to get the basic things they need. In 2023 alone, the number of people without enough food to eat and not sure about where their next meal was coming from was over 333 million.
Food charity drive at English Path
At English Path, we strongly believe in helping others, especially during hard times. One of our biggest beliefs is our guiding core value – "We care for each other". That's why, this Christmas, we worked hard to help those who needed it most. English Path schools in the UK came together to raise money for different charities and worked as a team to make a real difference in people's lives.
In London and Manchester, our schools set up food banks to help families struggling to get enough food. They collected non-perishable food and gave it to local food banks. Our main goal was to make sure that we could help people not go hungry on Christmas Day.
Other English Path schools helped too. We organised events to raise money for different charities. In Birmingham, we hosted a bake sale where we sold all sorts of tasty treats to students and teachers. All the money we collected went straight to Theirworld, a charity that does amazing work helping kids get an education. In Leeds, we had a whole charity week filled with fun activities like bowling and table tennis tournaments. We also hosted a coffee morning to collect money for the KidsOut charity, which provides gifts to vulnerable children who may not have a present to open on Christmas morning. Our Dublin school has taken the initiative to hold a coffee morning every month to support different charities in the community.
How can you help make a difference?
At English Path, we're all about making a difference in society. Our aim has always been and always will be, to lend a hand to those who are finding things tough. That might mean teaching English to access different opportunities or putting together charity events to help those in need. Every donation we received went towards supporting food banks and groups that work hard to help families get access to food and basic things they need to live.
That's why we're asking you, wherever you are, to think about giving to groups that help families in need. Below, we've listed the names of the charities you can donate to.
- Home - KidsOut
- Theirworld
- Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning Social for Hospice – Together for Hospice (hospicecoffeemorning.ie)
- UN World Food Programme (WFP)
- MSF UK | Médecins Sans Frontières
As we enter 2024, we want to say a huge thanks to our brilliant students and staff, who helped us collect donations and raise funds at our schools in London Greenford, Canary Wharf and Manchester in support of our cause. This charity drive has proved that even when things are tough, being kind and helpful can bring everyone together and make a real difference.
Frequently asked questions about why you should learn English in Toronto
Q1. What is a food bank, and how does it help?
Q2. How can I help families struggling with food?
A2. If you want to help people who are in need, you can donate non-perishable food to nearby food banks or charitable organisations. Even if you donate a small amount of food, it can have a big impact on the life of someone who is struggling to get enough food.
Q3. What kinds of food can I donate?
A3. You can donate food that has a long shelf life. Some examples of these foods include canned goods, pasta, rice, dried beans, peanut butter, canned fruits and vegetables. These items are known as non-perishable foods because they don't spoil quickly and can be kept for a long time.
Q4. What if I don't have a lot of money to donate?
A4. You can still help by volunteering. You can give your time to food banks, charity events or organisations that help people. These organisations are always in need of volunteers to help them with different things, like organising events, planning, social media, or just doing paperwork. Even if you can only help a little, it can still make a big difference in someone's life.
Q5. How can I find local charities or food banks to support?
A5. There are places you can go to help people in need. You can search for information online or ask at community centres or local churches. These places can connect you with food banks or charities. Recently, at English Path, we worked with some great charities that help families in need. You can also reach out to them.
- Home - KidsOut
- Theirworld
- Bewley’s Big Coffee Morning Social for Hospice – Together for Hospice (hospicecoffeemorning.ie)
- UN World Food Programme (WFP)
- MSF UK | Médecins Sans Frontières
Q6. Can I organise my own fundraiser to help others?
A6. Absolutely! You can organise your own fundraisers which can include different types of events, depending on your interests and skills. For example, you could organise a bake sale and sell homemade cookies, cakes, and other treats. You could also host a garage sale and sell unwanted items from your home. If you're feeling creative, you could organise a craft fair or art auction and sell handmade items. You could also host a fun activity, such as a charity run or walk, and ask participants to donate money to your chosen charity.