Southport Crafts & Events have a great new venue for their Southport indoor car boot sales.
It starts later in the morning as well!
Free public admission. Refreshments available.
The venue is the Valhalla Building opposite Dunes Leisure and by Morrisons in Southport. Right next to Pleasureland. They still have spaces available for the first one from 11.00am to 2.00pm on 22nd February.
The venue has plenty of space for stalls of good quality second hand items, craft stalls and delicious home baked goods.
Have a look at the details on their website page then book your space. Don’t miss out on the action!
Cath, one of the organisers, told us “We already have lots of car boot style stalls, crafts and baked goods booked in for 22nd. Plenty of room for more stallholders to book, don’t miss out on our first one. Please see our website for details of the event.”
At the event with their fundraising stalls will be John and Debbie from the Southport Community Cupboard, which is a privately run organisation based in Longford Road Birkdale. John and Debbie do some if not most of the fundraising for The Cupboard.
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Above: Debbie and John from the Food Cupboard, with Event Organiser (right) Cath Regan.
There are running costs that need to be met so they need funds to be able to keep this vital community service going. They distribute surplus food from supermarkets and other organisations such as Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury’s, Aldi, Lidl, Pret, KFC & Bookers, ensuring it reaches those in need. Servicing hundreds of families every week, they’ve become a cornerstone in Southport, alleviating food insecurity and fostering community support.
The cost-of-living crisis has exacerbated food insecurity for many individuals and families across Southport and its surrounding areas. As prices rise and incomes stagnate, more people are struggling to afford basic necessities, including food. “The Cupboard” has become a lifeline for these communities.
The Cupboard is stocked every day, 365 days a year with a variety of food. Availability varies each day depending on what the stores have donated. The service is entirely free to access, but donations are always gratefully received. Limits are applied on certain items at different times to ensure fairness for service users.
At The Cupboard Network, the ethos of sharing fairly and supplementing existing resources is central to their mission. Service users are encouraged to take only what they need, ensuring that everyone has access to the available provisions. The aim is not to replace regular grocery shopping, but to provide additional support to as many people as possible. By fostering a culture of sharing and cooperation, this allows resources to be distributed fairly among the community. This approach maximises the impact of donations, allowing them to reach a greater number of individuals and families in need.
With approximately 1000 families relying on their service every month, The Cupboard Southport is now a crucial resource for those facing financial difficulties.
People from all walks of life, from different parts of Southport and its surrounding areas, turn to The Cupboard for support. It has become a symbol of community resilience, providing not only food but also a sense of belonging and solidarity during challenging times.
As the cost-of-living crisis persists, initiatives like The Cupboard Network play an indispensable role in ensuring that no one goes hungry and that communities can support each other in times of need.
More than just a cupboard, they are an exciting treasure trove of food, conversation, and community. A meeting point, a talking point, a point of pride. The volunteers there work hard for the community.
Operating entirely on donations, The Cupboard Network relies on the generosity of individuals and organizations to sustain its vital services. Donations are the lifeblood of the organisation, allowing them to purchase equipment, maintain cupboards, and cover operational costs.
Contributions can be made conveniently via PayPal at southportcommunitycupboard@gmail.com or through direct bank transfers. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference.
So please come along and join our event on 22nd February as a stallholder or visitor.
Support our local businesses and worthy fundraisers.
Let’s make this a regular Southport event!
To book your space at the event contact Cath direct on:
cregan192@yahoo.com or WhatsApp 07548262061
More:
https://southport-crafts-arts-and-preloved-items-fayre-1.jimdosite.com/
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