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Old Kilpatrick Food Parcels
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We have started 2023 with our busiest months ever and have decided that we must make changes to our service if we are to survive these increases in demand.
In January 2022 we provided food to 61 households, February 2022 it was 57 households. Each household received an average of 20 items including food and toiletries which equated to roughly 2,000 items of food over that two month period. Zero working families, zero retired people and under 100 pets.
In January 2023 we provided food to 577 households and 566 in February. This equated to roughly 20,000 items!!!! 25% working families, 15% retired people and over 400 pets!
Whilst our food donations are high and our supporters are incredibly generous, we cannot sustain this going forward, therefore changes need to be made.
From 1st April we will no longer be providing an extensive range of food items in our free Pantry and the service will look as follows.
5 item Breakfast Packs : choose from bread, cereal, breakfast bars, milk, juice, beans, jam or spreads.
These packs should provide a family with 3-5 days breakfasts. NO CHARGE
Lunch in the Chatty Cafe : a free hot 2 course lunch will be offered to anyone sitting in our cafe (takeaway not available) NO CHARGE
Dinner : a choice of one free takeaway homemade meal will be available to everyone attending in person. NO CHARGE
(Multiple meals are available to takeaway depending on availability and a donation will be required)
With there being an increase locally in other food banks, pantries, warm hubs, drop in cafes there really is no longer a shortage of places for people to go to collect food parcels and we want to concentrate to encouraging people to come and socialise in OKFP Hub, collect a Breakfast Pack, enjoy sitting down for a free lunch in our Chatty Cafe and takeaway a dinner portion to enjoy at home.
Miscellaneous food items will be available to anyone not wishing to take the 5 item breakfast park. Toiletries, baby items and pet food will continue to be offered dependent on stock levels and of course our free surplus food waste items will be readily available daily in addition to everything else. NO CHARGE
In 2020 when we started our project, OKFP stood for Old Kilpatrick Food Parcels.
In 2022 we implemented changes and OKFP stood for Old Kilpatrick Food Pantry.
This year, OKFP will stand for Old Kilpatrick Food Provision.
Our aims and objectives as a Registered Charity SC050874 remain as important to us now as they were when we started : ‘Old Kilpatrick Food Parcels will strive to alleviate food poverty and tackle social isolation in our Community’
The next couple of weeks of March will be a transitional period at OKFP as we gently introduce the changes to our service and we ask for your support and patience with our volunteers and employees who are on hand to help you when you visit.
Please continue to support us – we are nothing without your help
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OVER FIVE THOUSAND INDIVIDUAL ITEMS OF FOOD AND TOILETRIES WERE DISTRIBUTED DURING THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER 😳 thank you x
25% of visitors were working families 😕
15% were retired adults 😢
And can you believe that we provided food for 220 PETS 🐾 thank you to all you fabulous animal lovers for your donations - please keep them coming ❤️
Once again, working families are still needing help with food 😥 To all of you who had the courage to come get help - well done and please remember that at the heart of it all we are just a community helping each other out during times of hardship.
We need to let people know that it’s ok to reach out so please if you’re worried about coming, don’t be, we are all struggling financially in one way or another.
It continues to be difficult for our volunteers having to support and encourage first time visitors who felt they had no alternative other than to come and ask us for help but they always have time to listen and chat.
If you are one of the fabulous people who donated to us, PLEASE CONTINUE TO SUPPORT US 🙏🏻
Local people are really struggling and we desperately need your help.
Ways you can get involved :-
Drop off donations to OKFP Napier Hall, Monday to Friday 12-4
Wee Chatty Cafe, Erskine Ferry Road 7 days a week 10-2
You can always select from a range of items on our Amazon Wishlist
www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/TIHJ31ZX8CHP?ref_=wl_share
Collect food or toiletries from your friends/family/work colleagues or customers and we can uplift
Set up a standing order for as little as £10 per month for as short a period of time as you like
Contribute via our PayPal account : contact@okfp.org.uk or donate online at www.okfp.org.uk
Don’t forget we are always looking for Volunteers - drop in for a chat with Angela Monday-Friday 12-4pm
OKFP is run by local people who care deeply about the welfare of vulnerable families in our community. We cannot do this work without you. Your generosity means everything to us - thank you 🙏🏻
**NO criteria NO awkward questions NO refusal
NO judgement NO referral needed
ALL AREAS WELCOME
PET FRIENDLY 🐾
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Is it still 5 items per customer ?
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OVER FIVE THOUSAND INDIVIDUAL ITEMS OF FOOD AND TOILETRIES WERE DISTRIBUTED DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 😳 thank you x
25% of visitors were working families 😕
15% were retired adults 😢
And can you believe that we provided food for 220 PETS 🐾 thank you to all you fabulous animal lovers for your donations - please keep them coming ❤️
Once again, working families are still needing help with food 😥 To all of you who had the courage to come get help - well done and please remember that at the heart of it all we are just a community helping each other out during times of hardship.
We need to let people know that it’s ok to reach out so please if you’re worried about coming, don’t be, we are all struggling financially in one way or another.
It continues to be difficult for our volunteers having to support and encourage first time visitors who felt they had no alternative other than to come and ask us for help but they always have time to listen and chat.
If you are one of the fabulous people who donated to us, PLEASE CONTINUE TO SUPPORT US 🙏🏻
Local people are really struggling and we desperately need your help.
Ways you can get involved :-
Drop off donations to OKFP Napier Hall, Monday to Friday 12-4
Wee Chatty Cafe, Erskine Ferry Road 7 days a week 10-2
You can always select from a range of items on our Amazon Wishlist
www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/TIHJ31ZX8CHP?ref_=wl_share
Collect food or toiletries from your friends/family/work colleagues or customers and we can uplift
Set up a standing order for as little as £10 per month for as short a period of time as you like
Contribute via our PayPal account : contact@okfp.org.uk or donate online at www.okfp.org.uk
Don’t forget we are always looking for Volunteers - drop in for a chat with Angela Monday-Friday 12-4pm
OKFP is run by local people who care deeply about the welfare of vulnerable families in our community. We cannot do this work without you. Your generosity means everything to us - thank you 🙏🏻
**NO criteria NO awkward questions NO refusal
NO judgement NO referral needed
ALL AREAS WELCOME
PET FRIENDLY 🐾
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Do you have an elderly relative living in West Dunbartonshire that you won’t be able to visit at Christmas?
Why not nominate them to receive a free gift delivered by OKFP on Christmas Eve with a special message from you included to let them know you are thinking of them.
Email us at okfp.xmas@gmail.com for more information.
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www.facebook.com/share/p/15foKipMuy/?mibextid=WC7FNeThe Al Gilani Foundation is committed to strengthening our ties with OKFP : Napier Hall through various collaborative projects aimed at supporting vulnerable families. By working together on initiatives that address both practical and spiritual needs, we are building a partnership rooted in trust, compassion, and shared purpose. From providing halal provisions to distributing prayer mats, Qur’ans, and prayer beads through Project Fatima Al Zara, these efforts are designed to uplift families and foster a sense of community and belonging.
OKFP : Napier Hall is well-known for its incredible work in supporting families and making everyone feel welcome, like one big family. Their dedication to uplifting the community has earned them the prestigious King’s Award for Volunteering, recognizing the passion and commitment of their volunteers. Through this partnership, the Al Gilani Foundation is proud to contribute to their mission of providing compassionate care to those in need.
The Al Gilani Foundation’s work with OKFP : Napier Hall is more than just a partnership; it’s a shared journey rooted in mutual respect and a desire to make a difference. For us, this collaboration is deeply personal, as it allows us to connect directly with families, hear their stories, and understand their struggles. It’s about offering more than provisions—it’s about showing that someone cares, that they are seen and valued. Every prayer mat, Qur’an, and meal provided is a reminder that no one has to face hardship alone, and together, we can help rebuild hope and resilience within our communities.
#CommunitySupport #AlGilaniFoundation #OKFP #KingsAward #CollaborationForGood #FaithInAction #SupportingFamilies #CompassionAndCare #StrongerTogether #BuildingCommunity #UpliftingLives ... See MoreSee Less
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It was a pleasure connecting with some great businesses today at Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce’s Impact Hub.
We have to say a big thank you to everyone who pledged support for our charity, we are looking forward to developing some strong Business Partnerships in 2025.
Columbus UK
Freedom Boat Club Loch Lomond
Bruach Architects
Paul James Home & Interiors
DS Business Solutions Group
IslandSlice
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Great to see you Maureen! Looking forward to catching up again in 2025 👏🏻
What a joy to get a visit from an old friend 🥰 Sylvester from IslandSlice in Dumbarton, thank you for dropping off donations for our fundraising bottle tombola 🤩 it really was a lovely surprise to see you today. Looking forward to 2025 and several joint ventures with you 🥳 ... See MoreSee Less
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Thank you JD McGoldrick for your kind donation from our Amazon Wishlist 🎄
If anyone else would like to donate but can’t get out to the shops or is happier using Amazon online, here is our Wishlist Link
www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/2fHIuME?ref_=wl_share
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Thank you ALL for the fantastic work, love and respect that your project brings to our community ❤️
Attending the Dunbartonshire Chamber of Commerce Impact Hub event ... See MoreSee Less
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