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LOVE GLASTONBURY

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TRUSTEES INTRODUCTION

With great pleasure, we welcome you to Love Glastonbury’s inaugural Trustees Annual Report.

We are a registered charity located in Glastonbury, Somerset, and our mission is to alleviate food poverty and reduce the environmental impact of food waste locally. Our work is more important now than ever before, as the cost of living crisis continues to put a strain on many local peoples’ finances.

Over the past year, Love Glastonbury has continued to provide essential services to our community through our Community Pantry and Community Fridge. Both services are free to access and provide food for local people in need, whilst simultaneously reducing the impact of food overproduction on our natural environment.

We are proud to have positively impacted the lives of so many individuals and families in our area this year. None of this would be possible without the support of our dedicated team of volunteers and the generosity of our donors and supporters. We are extremely grateful for the time, effort, and resources contributed to Love Glastonbury over the past year.

As we look ahead to the future, we remain committed to our mission and will continue to work tirelessly to alleviate food poverty and reduce food waste in our community. We hope you will join us in celebrating this important work and continue to support our efforts to positively impact our wonderful local community here in Glastonbury.

L O V E G L A S T O N B U R Y T R U S T E E S

LOVE GLASTONBURY

Love Glastonbury (referred to henceforth as ‘the charity’) is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Our Registered Charity Number is: 1198035.

O U R T R U S T E E S :

G I N A T Y - W H A R T O N ( C H A I R ) E L I Z A B E T H P E A R S N M A R Y P O W E L L ( T R E A S U R E R ) A N T O N Y Z A N G O R A M I R A N D A M I L L A N

OUR CHARITABLE OBJECTIVES

1. The prevention or relief of poverty in Glastonbury by providing items and services to individuals in need and/ or other charities and organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.

2. To promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public by:

a. the preservation, conservation and the protection of the environment and the prudent use of resources;

b.the relief of poverty and the improvement of the conditions of life in socially and economically disadvantaged communities.

WHAT WE DO AND WHY

O U R M I S S I O N

L O V E G L A S T O N B U R Y E X I S T S T O A L L E V I A T E F O O D P O V E R T Y A N D R E D U C E O U R E N V I R O N M E N T A L I M P A C T F O R T H O S E L I V I N G I N , O R R E S O R T I N G T O , T H E T O W N O F G L A S T O N B U R Y A N D T H E S U R R O U N D I N G E N V I R O N S .

O U R W O R K

W E C U R R E N T L Y O F F E R T W O I N I T I A T I V E S T O M E E T O U R O R G A N I S A T I O N A L O B J E C T I V E S :

• G L A S T O N B U R Y C O M M U N I T Y F R I D G E – O P E N 9 - 4 E V E R Y D A Y ,

• L O C A T E D I N F R O N T O F G L A S T O N B U R Y T O W N H A L L . G L A S T O N B U R Y C O M M U N I T Y P A N T R Y – O P E N T U E A N D T H U F R O M 1 - 3 , L O C A T E D A T T H E T H E E N D O F A B B E Y M E W S ( S I L V E R S T R E E T S I D E ) .

RESPONDING TO COMMUNITY NEED

• Central Glastonbury is one of nine Somerset wards amongst the 10% most deprived nationally, including particularly high rates of unemployment and low income.

• 4.3 million children are living in poverty in the UK in 2019-20 (DWP, 2021) - that's 31% of children, and this figure is growing.

• A Food Foundation affordability report (2018) highlights that 1 in 4 in the UK are unable to afford a healthy and balanced diet, as defined by the government’s Eatwell Guide. The poorest households in the UK (earning less than £15,860) would have to spend 42% of their disposable income to meet the dietary recommendations outlined in the Eatwell Guide.

• Prices have risen across all food categories in 2021-22, with the highest levels of inflation seen in oils and fat (18.2%) and milk, cheese and eggs (8.2%) (Food Foundation, 2022).

• Every year, approximately 100,000 tonnes of readily available and edible food from the UK’s retail and food manufacturing sector is wasted – equivalent to 250 million meals going uneaten (The Grocer, 2020).

This wasted food has a value of over £19 billion a year and would be associated with 36 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions (WRAP, 2021).

We exist to close this negative feedback loop – changing the world one meal at a time!

LOVE GLASTONBURY IN NUMBERS

COMMUNITY FRIDGE

80 tonnes food

O U R C O M M U N I T Y F R I D G E H A S D I V E R T E D O V E R 8 0 T O N N E S O F D O N A T E D F O O D T H A T W O U L D O T H E R W I S E H A V E G O N E D I R E C T L Y T O L A N D F I L L B U T I N S T E A D H A S B E E N R E D I S T R I B U T E D T O P E O P L E L I V I N G I N T H E G L A S T O N B U R Y A R E A .

240 T H I S H A S S A V E D A P P R O X I M A T E L Y 2 4 0 T O N N E S O F C O 2 E M I S S I O N S F R O M F O O D T H A T W O U L D tonnes O T H E R W I S E H A V E E N D E D U P I N L A N D F I L L . CO2

W E C O L L E C T 2 6 D O N A T I O N S P E R W E E K F R O M 7 L O C A L S U P E R M A R K E T S , A S W E L L A S R E C E I V I N G D O N A T I O N S D I R E C T L Y F R O M L O C A L B U S I N E S S E S A N D G R O W E R S .

COMMUNITY PANTRY

W E R E C E I V E 1 3 0 K G O F F O O D F R O M F A R E S H A R E P E R W E E K A N D T Y P I C A L L Y S U P P O R T A R O U N D 8 0 - 1 4 0 C U S T O M E R S P E R W E E K .

54 T H E C O M M U N I T Y P A N T R Y H A S G I V E N O U T M O R E T H A N 5 4 T O N N E S O F F O O D O N O V E R 2 0 0 O C C A S I O N S A N D tonnes M A D E O V E R 4 0 0 D E L I V E R I E S S I N C E W E O P E N E D . food

W E H A V E A L S O G I V E N O U T M O R E T H A N 2 , 7 0 0 H O T M E A L S A N D D R I N K S I N T O T A L !

A L T O G E T H E R , T H A T ’ S A P P R O X I M A T E L Y 3 1 4 , 2 9 2 M E A L S - E N O U G H T O F E E D A F A M I L Y O F 4 F O R A R O U N D 7 1 Y E A R S !

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS 2022

As we reflect on the past year, we are proud to share some of our key highlights from 2022. Despite the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic, and cost of living crisis, we have

responded to the increasing demand for support and continued serving our community.

One of our major accomplishments this year was to undertake the refurbishment of our Community Fridge in July 2022. Thanks to the hard work of our team and the support of volunteers, we were able to give the fridge a brand new look with fresh paint, bespoke shelving, and a fantastic mural on the doors thanks to local artist Jon Minshal and the Glastonbury Mural Trail. We also installed a new fridge and vinyl flooring, all thanks to a Food Resilience grant from the Community Council for Somerset. In December 2022, we successfully moved our Community Pantry to larger premises. This move has enabled us to store more food and provide greater support to those in need, which has coincided with an increase in pantry customer numbers of around 70% in recent months.

This year, we produced 78 Christmas hampers for local families living on a low income. Each hamper was valued at around £50 and contained food staples, Christmas treats, and small gifts. This was made possible thanks to the generosity of our supporters and the hard work of our team.

Our social media and promotion efforts have continued to grow this year. We have been working closely with other local charities and organisations, including schools, Bridging the Gap foodbank, and local churches delivering food-based support, to reach more people in need and raise awareness about our work.

We are grateful to our dedicated team, volunteers, and supporters who have made these achievements possible. We remain committed to our mission of supporting our community and look forward to continuing our work in the year ahead.

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OUR NEW LOOK FRIDGE
following refurbishment in July 2022,
our fridge has had a face lift!
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CELEBRATING OUR VOLUNTEERS

At Love Glastonbury, we are incredibly grateful for the invaluable contributions of our volunteers. Their tireless efforts and dedication to our cause have helped us to continue serving our community and making a positive impact in people's lives.

Our collection volunteers have been instrumental in ensuring that we have a steady supply of food and essential supplies to distribute. They work hard to collect donations from local supermarkets, and their efforts have helped us ensure the Community Fridge is restocked several times per day.

Our fridge guardians and key-holders play a critical role in managing our Community Fridge. They ensure that the fridge is opened and closed every day of the year, and that it is kept clean and safe for use by our beneficiaries. Their commitment and attention to detail are greatly appreciated by our team and the wider community.

Our pantry volunteers work diligently to organise and manage our community pantry. They help to sort and store food stock, and ensure that our beneficiaries have access to a wide range of food and essential supplies. Their hard work and dedication have helped us to provide this vital service.

Our Fareshare pickup volunteers are instrumental in collecting food donations for the community pantry from our main supplier. Their efforts have enabled us to expand our reach and provide a wider variety of food to our beneficiaries.

Finally, our food parcel delivery driver is a key member of our team. They deliver food parcels directly to the doorsteps of those who are unable to leave their homes due to illness, disability, or other circumstances.

All of our work has only been possible due to the dedication of our 44 volunteers, who collectively donate approximately 55 hours of their time each week, working out at a massive 2,860 hours this year, to support our work.

The kindness and compassion of our volunteers has made a huge difference to the lives of our beneficiaries, and we are incredibly grateful for their contributions.

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VOLUNTEERS MEETING, OCTOBER 2022
A number of our volunteers and Trustees pictured at St
Benedicts Church, where we meet for our quarterly
volunteer meetings.
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OUR PLANS FOR THE COMING YEAR

Volunteer Engagement:

Develop a volunteer appreciation and recognition program

• Offer volunteer training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge Increase volunteer involvement in decision-making processes

Develop Pantry Space:

Explore options for pantry space layout to increase security and maximise use of space

• Increase the variety and nutritional value of available food items and conduct user surveys to ensure we stock necessary items

Website Development:

Review and launch the Love Glastonbury website

• Ensure integration of online donation systems

• Enhance the website's content to better reflect Love Glastonbury's mission and impact by highlighting volunteers

Integrate social media channels to news feed

Strengthen Links with other Local Organisations:

• Continue to identify and establish partnerships with local organisations that share Love Glastonbury's mission and values

• Participate in collaborative initiatives and events to maximise impact and reach Explore opportunities for joint fundraising efforts

Policies/Fundraising Strategy Reviews:

• Conduct a comprehensive review of Love Glastonbury's policies to ensure legal compliance and best practices

Revisit our long-term fundraising strategy that is sustainable and diverse

Evaluate the effectiveness of current fundraising activities and make necessary adjustments

A HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS AND SUPPORTERS!

At Love Glastonbury, we rely on the generosity and support of our funders to enable us to continue our important work. We are incredibly grateful to all of our funders, whose contributions have helped us to achieve our goals and make a positive impact in the

community.

This year, we have been fortunate to receive support from a number of funders, including The National Lottery, Somerset Community Foundation, The Arnold Clark Foundation, The Community Council for Somerset, and Wessex Water. Their contributions have helped us to reach more people than ever this year.

The National Lottery has supported our ongoing running costs, enabling us to deliver our vital services in the community. We are incredibly grateful for their generosity and commitment to our cause.

Somerset Community Foundation has generously supported our core costs, allowing us to deliver our services within the community. We are deeply grateful for their support and partnership.

The Arnold Clark Foundation has made a significant contribution to our our running costs, which has helped us to meet the rising demand for our services during the cost of living crisis. We are honoured to have their support and trust.

The Community Council for Somerset has provided vital funding for our community fridge renovation, which has enabled us to create a bright and inviting space that's fit for the future. We are truly grateful for their support and belief in our work.

Finally, Wessex Water has been a key partner in our efforts to reduce hunger within our community, which has allowed us to continue our work in the community. We are incredibly grateful for their generosity and commitment to our shared mission.

On behalf of everyone at Love Glastonbury, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our funders for their support and partnership. Your contributions have helped us to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve, and we look forward to continuing our work together in the future.

As a charity registered in the UK, Love Glastonbury is committed to operating in a way that is consistent with our charitable purposes and with the public benefit requirements set out by the Charity Commission for England and Wales.

The trustees of Love Glastonbury have a legal duty to have due regard to the guidance on public benefit published by the Commission in exercising their powers or duties. We confirm that in the exercise of our powers and duties, we have had due regard to the guidance on public benefit and have taken it into account as required by law.

We have carefully considered the public benefit of our activities and have taken steps to ensure that they are in the best interests of our beneficiaries and the wider community. We regularly review our activities and operations to ensure that they continue to meet our charitable objectives and deliver public benefit in a way that is effective and efficient.

We are committed to transparency and accountability, and we welcome feedback from our stakeholders on our activities and the public benefit that we provide. We believe that our work makes a valuable contribution to society, and we remain committed to fulfilling our charitable purposes and delivering public benefit in a way that is consistent with our values and legal obligations.

SIMPLE FINANCIAL STATEMENT

INCOME 2022
Donations	£4,639.00
Grants	£17,340.00
Sale of Items	£1,000.00
Rent	£300.00
Total	£23,279.00
EXPENDITURE 2022
Consumables/Website/Works	£1,293.00
Fareshare	£2,650.00
Volunteer Coordinator Post	£9,761.00
Insurance	£871.00
Rent	£3,552.00
TOTAL	£18,127.00

Our financial reporting period is 23rd February - 31st December 2022.

Our balance brought forward for this reporting period was £8,888.73 and our closing balance stands at £11,038.54.

As per our Reserves Policy we are required to build reserves of 3-6 months operating costs as per the previous financial years' expenditure.

As we are a newly-registered charity we have allowed ourselves one more financial year to build our reserves to the requisite level.

As of time of report our free reserves equate to approximately 2 months of operating costs.

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