Akshaya Patra UK tackles holiday hunger in 30 boroughs
Charity prepares thousands of meals daily from its north London kitchen to support vulnerable children during school breaks.
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Akshaya Patra UK is delivering its Holiday Hunger Programme across 30 boroughs to support children from low-income families who lose access to free school meals during holiday periods. The initiative aims to reach some of the estimated 4.5 million children in the UK identified as being at risk of food insecurity when school is not in session. The loss of free school meals during holidays can represent an additional cost of £30 to £40 per week for families, according to research cited by the charity.
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The charity prepares fresh meals each day from its north London kitchen, beginning before dawn. These meals are then delivered to children attending holiday clubs. The programme is a collaboration between Akshaya Patra UK, holiday club providers, and local authorities. It receives support from the UK Government’s Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme.
“Summer should be a time for children to enjoy their holidays, not worry about where their next meal is coming from. Behind the summer holidays is a hidden reality for many families who face impossible choices between paying household bills and putting nutritious food on the table.”
Spokesman for Akshaya Patra UK
A spokesman for Akshaya Patra UK stated that the programme helps ensure children receive necessary nourishment and offers them opportunities for learning and new experiences during their break. The charity has served nearly 900,000 meals from its north London kitchen since 2020. Akshaya Patra UK was established in 2007 and is urging the public, businesses, and community groups to donate to its summer campaign to provide meals for children in need.
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The charity is seeking donations from the public, businesses, and community groups to support its ongoing summer campaign. Further details on how to contribute can be found through Akshaya Patra UK.
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+What is the Holiday Hunger Programme?
The Holiday Hunger Programme is run by Akshaya Patra UK to support children from low-income families who lose access to free school meals during holidays. It provides fresh meals prepared in the charity's north London kitchen to children attending holiday clubs across 30 boroughs.
+How many children are at risk of food insecurity during holidays?
An estimated 4.5 million children in the UK are at risk of food insecurity during school holidays. The loss of free school meals can cost families an additional £30 to £40 per week.
+How can people support the programme?
Akshaya Patra UK is urging members of the public, businesses, and community groups to donate to its summer campaign. These donations help provide meals for children in need.
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