WORKERS at the Ammanford food bank were shocked to find an anonymous donation had provided the organisation with 33 crates of food, with a total value of £300.
The food bank expects to help at least 100 people over the next three weeks, and speaking to the BBC, worker Paul Kennedy said that this donation provides ‘peace of mind that we can definitely manage, no matter how many come through the door’.
Tesco called the food bank last Thursday (Dec 6) to inform them that a delivery had been put through their system.
Judging from the contents it is thought the donor had checked the food bank’s website to see what items they needed.
Kennedy said: “The person who phoned through said it was at least £100 worth of food, which we were amazed at – it was very generous.
“When the delivery arrived the food bank manager asked which crates were ours and was told ‘they’re all for you’.
“We were blown away. It’s the largest donation by an individual to our food bank.
“Universal Credit comes into the area today and, with Christmas as well, it’s by far our busiest time.
“We just want to express our gratitude really on behalf of our clients because, while it helps us as a food bank, that help goes straight to the clients.”
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