Harris Maxus has launched its annual Food Bank Appeal to support people in need across the UK this festive season.
Participating Harris Maxus dealerships will support their local food bank to ensure that those in need have access to essential resources in the lead up to Christmas.
Across the Harris Maxus network, dealerships participating in the Christmas Food Bank Appeal will be accepting non-perishable items for donation and are appealing to members of the public and neighbouring businesses to support where possible.
Charities that need vans for donation collections or deliveries in the run-up to Christmas are also being urged to reach out to their local Maxus dealership for support.
The food bank campaign first launched last year – and the company says it was blown away by the support for it and is hoping to build on its success.
Mark Barrett, Harris Maxus managing director, said: “Last year we deployed more than 30 Maxus vans around the country, delivering food to where it is needed most and supporting the incredible work of local foodbanks through our dealer network.
“As the cost-of-living crisis continues, more people than ever are relying on their local food bank this winter. In response, we invite Maxus customers and neighbouring businesses to make a meaningful difference to those most vulnerable by supporting this year’s Maxus Food Bank Appeal. All donations are welcome, however big or small. Together we can really make a difference and help drive change.”
Independent Food Aid Network has reported that food banks in the UK are facing unprecedented challenges from the cost-of-living crisis as increased demand on their resources is coupled with a decrease in donations.
Those who wish to donate to the Maxus Food Bank Appeal are asked to supply long-life non-perishable food items, such as pasta, rice, noodles, tinned fruit and veg, jars of sauce, jams, powdered soup, cereals, lentils, beans, pulses, tea, coffee, and tinned meat. These can be taken to participating Maxus dealerships until 18 December.
