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CHOP CHOP: Volunteers preparing the meals to be served at Carnival COOK-Up <\/p>\n

Later this month Cracking Good Food will bring together volunteers from socially minded organisations across the region to cook 1,500 nutritious meals for people experiencing homelessness. <\/p>\n

The initiative, called Carnival COOK-Up, will take place at Freight Island, one of Manchester\u2019s most vibrant venues, and will directly support 13 frontline homelessness organisations across all 10 boroughs of Greater Manchester.<\/p>\n

Thanks to an incredible partnership with Fareshare Greater Manchester, the meals will be made from surplus food that would otherwise have gone to waste. <\/p>\n

In total, the event will rescue half a tonne of perfectly good ingredients, highlighting the staggering levels of edible food waste in the UK.<\/p>\n

Tracey Torley, CEO Cracking Good Food, said: \u201cHomelessness affects more than 7,000 people across Greater Manchester, and access to nutritious, home-cooked meals is a real challenge.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy combining rescued food with the power of community action, we\u2019re showing what\u2019s possible in just one day.”<\/p>\n

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But this isn\u2019t just about meals, it\u2019s about meaningful connection. The Carnival COOK-Up offers companies a purposeful alternative to traditional teambuilding, allowing staff to work together, network with like-minded businesses, and see the tangible impact of their efforts, all in just a few hours away from their desks.<\/p>\n

\u201cSmall contributions can make a big difference, and the positive impact resonates far beyond the event itself,\u201d said John Walmsley, Social Impact Executive at The Casey Group, one of the first organisations to sign up to the Carnival COOK-Up following a successful teambuilding day at Cracking Good Food\u2019s Festive COOK-Up. <\/p>\n

\u201cOur team described the experience as deeply rewarding and eye-opening. Many shared how meaningful it was to contribute their time and skills to a cause that directly impacts vulnerable individuals in the community. <\/p>\n

“They also appreciated the chance to connect with colleagues and community members in a way that strengthened their own sense of purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n

The event is also being supported by Recycle for Greater Manchester.<\/p>\n

A spokesperson said: \u201cRecycle for Greater Manchester is pleased to support the Carnival COOK-up. <\/p>\n

“Helping residents to understand what they can do to reduce their food waste and save money is a key priority for us, and Cracking Good Food is doing a fantastic job at bringing the issue to life in a fun and impactful way.\u201d <\/p>\n

Anyone looking for useful tips on how to reduce their food waste can visit recycleforgreatermanchester.com
Spaces are still available for businesses to join by sponsoring a team to cook up a storm, and individual places are also available to book by contacting relationshipmanager@crackinggoodfood.org<\/a>
https:\/\/crackinggoodfood.org\/carnival-cook-up\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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