GB Tyres confirms ongoing support of Black Country Foodbank
The charity, says GB Tyres, is “making a real difference to people needing a bit of help in the Black Country area” (Image: GB Tyres)
When it came to selecting a charity to work with in 2023 and beyond, GB Tyres had a few essential requirements in mind. The West Midlands-based supplier, who since its establishment in 2013 has become one of the fastest growing importers and exporters of vehicle tyres in Europe, sought a charity with roots in the local area whose work genuinely supports people in need of support, an organisation that is pro-active and enthusiastic about forming local partnerships.
“We quickly realised that Black Country Foodbank ticked all of the boxes for us, they are making a real difference to people needing a bit of help in the Black Country area,” comment the directors at GB Tyres. “We were also given confidence that our partnership and frequent contributions would make a real difference.
“We are extremely proud to be a small part of the work the Black Country Foodbank does and be able to associate our business with such a worthy cause.”
Thanking the tyre distributor for helping it provide emergency food and toiletry parcels for vulnerable individuals and families in crisis, the Black Country Foodbank shares: “The services we provide have an enormous impact on the people who use them, giving them an important breathing space at a time of great need. Last year we fed over 36,000 people, with almost 14,000 of them being children.”
3 areas of support
The charity categorises its support into three areas. Love: It helps anybody who needs support, young, old, single, or families from all backgrounds and beliefs. Connect: All food and toiletry donations come from local churches, schools, individuals and corporate donors. Through donations, local organisations can play a huge part in directly helping those in need. Invest: A lot of volunteers invest their time to make the project a success. Approximately 30+ volunteers help to run the central warehouse, with another 100 + volunteers across 27 Distribution Centres.
GB Tyres will be making regular donations to the Black Country Foodbank on a long-term basis and supporting efforts In raising awareness of the excellent work being done, and the support that is needed. It encourages anyone interested to find out more or donate by visiting https://www.blackcountryfoodbank.org.uk/ .
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