‘Restore Hope is a place where people feel seen and heard.

The charity works in a truly collaborative way to open new doors for people. That’s why I love volunteering here.

I first got involved through FoodLife and quickly realised how much it aligned with my heart for helping people.

It’s a real privilege to volunteer for FoodLife because I’m able to go out with these boxes of quality fruit and veg and meet people, encourage them and talk to them on the doorstep.

I love volunteering with Restore Hope because it’s a local charity that is deeply embedded in the community. That’s something very special and gives me a real sense of connection and purpose that’s hard to find elsewhere.’