Warrington Foodbank's 'Winter Warmer' campaign for candles

The 'Winter Warmer' campaign asks for donations of items such as candles, blankets, and hot water bottles in order to combat rising energy costs.

As well as providing vital supplies of food for those who need it, Warrington Foodbank is now urging communities to pull together to support those who most need help this winter.

Last year, 6% of adults in the UK struggled to afford the basic toiletries we all need.

That's why our food banks also provide non-food items like toiletries in emergency food parcels.

If you're able to support your local food bank, here's 5 non-food items you can donate ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/1BdptXeAVX

— The Trussell Trust (@TrussellTrust) October 9, 2022

Warrington Foodbank's CEO and project manager, David McDonald, said: "We are extremely concerned that this winter may be one of the worst ever for families who are facing rising costs of energy bills, higher costs of food in supermarkets, and the possibility of energy supplies being cut during daytime hours.

"Never before has the phrase 'heat or eat' become such a reality to those who cannot afford to meet these higher charges."

The foodbank is asking people to donate all sorts of items to help those in need.

Warrington Foodbank Launches ‘Warm Winter’ Appeal.

Please donate items such as hot water bottles; hats; clean blankets; coats; new PJs, to people in Warrington facing a cold winter. Items can be dropped at @WarringtonFB or @GoldenSquareUK

THANK YOU 🙏 #warmwinter #charity pic.twitter.com/Z1Qz4rF515

— Warrington Foodbank (@WarringtonFB) October 13, 2022

Items requested include:

• Candles
• Hot water bottles
• Woolly hats, scarves, and gloves
• Clean blankets
• Winter Coats (adult and child)
• Children's pyjamas

David added: "People in your community - who you may not know - may be in desperate need.

"This could be a neighbour or even a relative or someone who is vulnerable.

"Please let's help each other to survive this winter period."

Thank you to everyone who donated at @asda Birchwood + Westbrook during the recent food drive (6-8 Oct). Your support will help @WarringtonFB support people facing hardship in Warrington 🙏 #charity #foodbank #WARRINGTON #ThankYou pic.twitter.com/B6ecwd0BLx

— Warrington Foodbank (@WarringtonFB) October 9, 2022

Donations to Warrington Foodbank can be made at the Golden Square site, next to Primark, between 10am and 2pm, Tuesday-Saturday.

The foodbank will also accept donations at its warehouse, at 9 Tanning Court, Monday-Thursday, 10am until 7pm.