Clifton, Bristol, UK: Employees of XPO Logistics helped families in need over the holiday season by delivering more than seven tonnes of food to 35 food banks. The donation is equivalent to providing an estimated 9,500 meals for vulnerable people across the UK.
XPO employees supported the initiative by collecting or donating food, raising funds or volunteering at local food banks. This was the fifth consecutive food drive for the company and set a new record for its annual ‘United in Giving’ campaign.
Malcolm Wilson, chief executive officer at XPO Logistics Europe, said, “During the past five years, we have donated more than 32 tonnes of food through our ‘United in Giving’ campaign. This has provided about 39,000 meals for vulnerable individuals in our communities.”
Wendy White, Clifton foodbank coordinator, said: “As part of the Trussell Trust Network of foodbanks, we have seen our figures multiply from this time last year. We supported 82 families in the 12 days leading up to the holiday season, and we were able to help the homeless and organisations such as the Refugee Centre with several soup kitchens. The food banks are extremely grateful for XPO’s support.”
