The Food Train, a leading nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting older people to live independently within their own communities, proudly announces its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of meaningful impact, community service, and positive change. The Food Train leads the way in Scotland providing older people with vital support accessing their weekly shopping, reducing the burden on family, friends and carers and promoting independence with choice, flexibility and easy access. It offers a variety of supportive volunteering opportunities to people of all age and walks of life.
Since its founding in 1995, The Food Train has grown from a grassroots initiative into a trusted community pillar, serving over 3,000 individuals and partnering with a range of other voluntary organisations across Dundee and Scotland. The 30th anniversary serves as a milestone to honour past achievements and rally support for continued efforts into the next
generation.
To commemorate the occasion, The Food Train will host a 30th Anniversary Celebration drop-in on Friday 27th June from 10a.m. to 12 noon at our office: Suite 4 A, Unit 8 Kingsway Park, Whittle Place Dundee DD2 4US.
“This anniversary is not only a celebration of our journey but also a testament to the unwavering support of our volunteers, donors, and partners,” said Grant Simmons, National Operations Manager. “We are deeply grateful and excited to build an even stronger future together.”
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Older People
- Older People can refer themselves or be referred by friends, family or neighbours or through
Social Work. - Customers will become members of the Food Train for an annual fee of £1, which allows
them to be involved in any decisions affecting the service.
Volunteers
- Volunteers provide the service by collecting grocery orders, picking groceries in the supermarket, delivering groceries direct to the customer and then helping to unpack and put away the groceries.
- Volunteers are always welcome to support the service – if you are interested in our opportunities, please contact Lisa or Ryan at Dundee@thefoodtrain.co.uk or telephone 01382 810944
