The Blythswood Foodbank in Inverness has secured crucial funding of £25,000 from the Inverness Common Good Fund Winter Payments budget, following approval by the City of Inverness and Area Committee.
This timely financial boost comes as the Glebe Street facility faces unprecedented demand from individuals and families grappling with the ongoing cost of living crisis.
Inverness and Area Leader, Councillor Ian Brown, expressed his deep concern about the rising pressures on the foodbank, noting the increasing number of people, including children, seeking emergency support.
The decision to reallocate funding from the Inverness Winter Payments Scheme reflects the urgent nature of the situation, particularly significant as all Common Good Fund applications for 2024/25 are currently closed due to oversubscription.
The foodbank’s essential service provides emergency food supplies to residents from diverse backgrounds, including those awaiting benefits, managing on low incomes, or facing sudden redundancy.
More than 100 agencies, including Highland Council’s Health and Social Care Service, Service Points, and Housing Services, actively refer clients to this vital community resource.
Local support for the foodbank remains strong, with food donations regularly received from community members, businesses, churches, and schools, creating a robust network of assistance.
The newly approved funding will help sustain the Glebe Street Centre’s operations, ensuring continued support for Inverness residents facing severe hardship during these challenging times.
This strategic allocation of resources demonstrates a committed response to addressing food poverty within the community, providing essential support when it’s needed most.
