A new initiative funded by Milton Keynes City Council will deliver fresh food to struggling families in the run up to Christmas.
A thousand boxes, which are being delivered to homes this week, contain all the ingredients needed for a roast dinner including a full chicken or nut roast, 1.5kg of potatoes, half a dozen large carrots, parsnips, cauliflower or broccoli plus additional vegetables and fruit.
Eligible families, such as those in receipt of benefit-related free school meals, were able to apply for a free box worth around £50.
“I'd just like to say a massive thank you again for our Xmas Dinner food box. You and your team have really helped my family out and we appreciate it a lot.”
“Funded through our Holiday Activities and Food programme, these food parcels are packed full of fresh ingredients and are a welcome boost to families in need. The winter school holiday can be a particularly difficult time for families with children and we recognise that these extra supplies can make a real difference.”
The help continues through the festive break. Milton Keynes City Council is funding a programme of free activity sessions and meals during the Christmas school holidays to give extra support to families with children usually in receipt of benefit related Free School Meals.
The city council has also arranged support for other local residents who are struggling to make ends meet, such as those aged over 65, and households using old fashioned energy sources. Find details of the support available at www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/cost-living-support