The People's Kitchen came from humble beginnings in 1985, handing out soup to disadvantaged people in in Newcastle. In the time since, the demand for their services has dramatically increased.
The volunteers now prepare around 200 meals a day, with Christmas being no exception. Despite their professional appearance, The People's Kitchen rely on the generosity of the public and local businesses. They provide food and funding and they are exclusively volunteer led.
The People's Kitchen is not just a place to have a hot meal, it is where people will sit and listen and provide friendship to those that don't have anyone else. It can also be an invaluable link to welfare, medical and housing services.
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Maggie Pavlou, a Trustee of The People’s Kitchen on Bath Lane, said: “We are providing more meals than ever before, and with the rising cost of living, we need more donations to ensure that we can continue to help those people who are in desperate need of our help. We know life is tough for more people this year, so anything you can give will be gratefully received and will make a massive difference to someone less fortunate this Christmas."
The campaign is also being supported by www.NEoffers.co.uk which is taking donations on their website.
Chris Tubman, from www.NEoffers.co.uk, said: “Christmas is a special time of year where people who are struggling undoubtedly struggle more. We’ve pledged to help the People’s Kitchen once again this year and every £5 donated on NEoffers.co.uk will give someone in need a hot meal through the winter.
“With the pandemic and cost of living crisis we have seen how anyone can find themselves in need. We are again relying on the amazing North East community to come together this Christmas."
Anyone wishing to donate can do so at www.justgiving.com/campaign/PeoplesKitchen-Feed-A-Friend-For-A-Fiver or via www.neoffers.co.uk
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