On a Monday afternoon, two GoodGymers: Ally and Anna joined regular volunteers at Borough Food Co-operative for a session of sorting and stacking. It was Ally's first time at BFC and using GoodGym as a portal to do good. We helped to unload fruit and vegetable deliveries into crates ready for shoppers to collect when they open their doors tomorrow. We then packed up and labelled bags of sausage rolls and pasties. What a friendly and well-run place!

Emma, Abhishiek, Panicos and I enjoyed our volunteering session today at Borough Food Cooperative. We sorted and stocked a variety of fruits and veg to go on both sides of the room, lots of tomatoes and bananas especially. Some of us also sorted and stocked cereals and breakfast items into big containers. In the second half of the session we packaged and labelled bakery items and stored them away, we also flattened lots and lots of cardboard boxes that required a couple trips to the big recycling bins for a few of us! Great session :)

Had a delivery this morning at bfc and boy there were a lot of mushrooms and avocados. They should keep the clients happy and healthy. Was a quiet morning but we got everything ready for the afternoon delivery from the Felix project.

You Did a Grape Job!

In an extraordinary display of community spirit and teamwork, our vibrant team of volunteers—Melissa, Rachel, Hannah, Alessandra, Giovanni, Analisa, and Mikhail—embarked on a mission that was nothing short of heroic. Within this dynamic group, we witnessed a special milestone as Rachel from Tower Hamlets completed her very first good deed with GoodGym, diving into the tasks with enthusiasm and a heart full of eagerness to make a difference. Alongside her, Hannah, a familiar face to GoodGym Lambeth returned to the fold. Together, they tackled the heart of the Borough Food Collective, armed with determination and an unmatched zeal for service. From the leafy greens of kale and chard that now gleam like emeralds, thanks to their meticulous cleaning, to the bunches of grapes that were sorted with laughter and precision.

The kitchen surfaces, once weary from use, shone brightly under their care, and loaves of bread were cut with the precision of skilled artisans, ready to bring warmth and sustenance to many. But their journey didn’t end there! The team also took on the vital task of collecting a delivery from the Felix Project, ensuring that the Borough Food Collective was stocked with essential supplies. It was a ballet of coordination and hard work, where every volunteer, whether marking a first good deed or returning as a seasoned contributor, played a crucial role. With each box and bag carefully transported and unloaded, their efforts painted a vivid picture of community, care, and collaboration. As we reflect on the day’s achievements, it’s clear that this incredible team didn’t just do a good job; they did a grape job!

We were met by the volunteer/shift leader at Borough Food Cooperative who kindly instructed us with the tasks throughout the session.

This session, I focused on packaging and labelling food items, keeping record of the fridge temperatures and arranging the items so they look presentable to the shoppers! Seeing the progress of the store from start to finish is always such a satisfying experience.

It was a lovely way to spend a sunny Monday morning, and again, I can't wait to be back!

Great workout ehm… I meant mission 😅 Who needs weights and gyms when you can carry cases of surplus food back and forth, and for a good cause?! No brainer!

The session went very well and smooth, the delivery that was supposed to come at lunchtime arrived earlier but we managed to unload everything, stock all the shelves and we were so efficient that we finished 1/2 hour earlier!

Sorry guys of the next turn, I hope we didn’t leave you empty handed and you found something to do :)

I’m loving the cooperative so much that, third time’s the charm, I’m going back on Friday, join me!! 😃😃😃