The ongoing cost of living crisis continues to have a significant impact on households, with many struggling to afford food, heating, and other essentials. At Argyle Community Shop, we aim to continue supporting our community by providing a dignified range of foods that help families when they need it 

However, with rising prices, we face real challenges in maintaining the same choice and variety of products without additional funding. Access to a diverse range of foods not only meets practical needs but also offers dignity and stability to those we support.

A grant of £1,000 would enable us to purchase food for a three-month period, covering the coldest winter months when household energy bills are at their highest. This equates to £83.33 per week, directly supporting around 65 households. In practice, this works out at just £1.28 per household per week—an affordable yet vital investment that ensures local families continue to access food when they need it most