A food delivery from Huddersfield company FMG arrived at The Welcome Centre on Lord Street during the last week of June, as the charity responds to record demand that saw it support over 1,000 people in June alone.
The team from the roadside repair and fleet management firm, which employs more than 500 people at its Bradley Business Park headquarters, brought the donation to the charity’s premises at 15 Lord Street. The Welcome Centre provided 349,206 meals to people in food crisis across Huddersfield and surrounding areas over the past twelve months, and a spokesperson said contributions from local businesses remain vital to maintaining that service.
The charity has operated in the town since 1997, offering short-term practical help that goes well beyond emergency food parcels. People referred to the centre can also access toiletries, bedding, and one-to-one advocacy, with support tailored to each person’s needs alongside partner agencies and churches. FMG itself has a track record of backing local causes, having raised over £57,000 for Forget Me Not Children’s Hospice in previous years.
The Welcome Centre is now urging other workplaces to consider holding food collections. “Whether it’s a one-off food collection or a regular donation, every contribution helps us support those who need us most,” a spokesperson said. Businesses can contact the charity directly to arrange drop-offs or to discuss longer-term partnership opportunities.
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