Tesco shoppers in Dumfries and Galloway contributed over 4,000 meals to charities like FareShare and Trussell during the supermarket's winter food collection. Nearly two million meals' worth of food were donated across the UK, with the donations going towards supporting those experiencing food insecurity. Customers also contributed over £340,000 to the charities through bill rounding. Tesco continues to support local communities through its permanent food donation points in stores.
Tesco shoppers in Dumfries and Galloway have donated more than 4,000 meals to help people less fortunate at Christmas.
Tesco CEO Ken Murphy said: “I just want to say a huge thank you to every single person who donated items at this year’s winter food collection. Their generosity is always so amazing and really helps to make a huge impact in communities across the UK supported by Trussell and FareShare.” “Thank you to every single person that volunteered in store, donated an item of food, topped up their shopping bill, or made a donation to FareShare. Your kind support will ensure we can continue getting food out into the community, bringing people together and strengthening communities this winter.”
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