WITH THE exception of Wrexham Food Bank, the biggest food cupboard in the region is appealing for donations. Just over a year ago, Claire and Paul Marshall embarked on a mission to combat food waste and support their local community. What began as a modest initiative in Rossett has rapidly evolved into an essential lifeline for hundreds of families.
Initially envisioning the Rossett Food Cupboard as a small effort to save food from landfill and assist a few neighbours, the Marshalls quickly discovered a profound need within their community. Resources are stretched thin. Please donate to meet the ever-growing demand (Image: Rossett Community Cupboard) Today, the Food Cupboard sees around 400 visits each week and regularly collaborates with social services to assist those in need.
Additionally, they distribute food boxes at night, ensuring no one goes hungry. The scale of their operation has grown remarkably. From humble beginnings with just three cars and a small 2m x 2m shed, the Food Cupboard now operates with two vans, two cars, and a spacious 32ft x 10ft site office on the land they now lease at the garage site, just off Waverly Crescent, LL12 0EG, highlighting their ongoing growth and the increasing demand for their services.
Despite their rapid expansion, Rossett Food Cupboard faces significant challenges. While they collect food from most supermarkets six days a week and receive donations from the public, their resources are stretched thin. They lack sufficient food col.