Oldham Grocers at Anchor Mill was established a year ago by listening to local people who experienced the social stigma associated with using food banks. Our membership scheme with a small fee, means that the Grocer provides affordable food to about 50 people a week and their households, as well as training to equip some with key life skills to help run the Grocer and/or access job opportunities. Within this first year of operating it has become evident that the Grocer is a much needed food and community hub, and there is potential to expand this provision further.
Funding will provide: