Critical Support

A registered charity providing surplus food to disadvantaged people in SW London. We deliver weekly food parcels and offer fresh and dry store food supplies.

We exist for people who need our support, a safe place or other forms of aid during turbulent times in their lives. We support people escaping conflict or dealing with overwhelming emergencies (domestic or international) and local community groups and other charities in South West London. We promote food-waste reduction, diverting Supermarket/shop food surplus to help provide relief to people suffering financial hardship. Provide a reliable and sustainable supply of quality food that meets all food standards to those who need it most.

Provide relief and assistance to NHS frontline workers should the need arise in the future.

28 GoodGymers have supported Critical Support with 7 tasks.


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John Ballard
Chris Carr
Erol
Rob
Jade
Caroline Helder

Doing another crate job!

Monday 9th February

Written by Jade

Tonight's group session at Critical Support saw us tackling a massive influx of deliveries. The team dived straight into crating up fresh fruit and veg, managing mountains of bread, and decanting some very interesting recipe boxes for distribution. Beyond the food prep there was heaps of cardboard for flattening ready for recycling.

We worked at pace until the hour was up, successfully completing nearly every job on the list. A fantastic display of teamwork and efficiency - well done team!

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MertonCommunity mission
Lina Gonzalez
Chris Carr
Erol
SONIA PHILLIPS
Robert Carter
Caroline Helder
Alyson Young

Critical success 👏

Monday 19th January

Written by Caroline Helder

Seven of us made our way to an industrial estate in Mitcham on a dark and drizzly night. As ever, it was well worth it to help out the brilliant charity Critical Support. This time some of the team were sorting crates of bread, fruit and other food, while others carried out an amazing transformation to the upstairs room, categorising clothes donations, tidying and even hoovering. James was as appreciative as always and amazed by what we'd achieved in such a short time. We look forward to returning.

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MertonCommunity mission
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Clare Riddiford
Gethini Sathanantham
Jade
Rachael Green
Caroline Helder

Out of paper but a record wrap

Monday 15th December 2025

Written by Jade

We celebrated a record-breaking turnout tonight with 16 GoodGymers helping at Critical Support for our last group session of the year.

With so many hands on deck, our efficiency actually outpaced our supplies. Not to be deterred, as the paper was getting low the team pivoted to wrapping smaller gifts to maximise the output, then using decorative tape to get creative and finish the job. The final result was a fantastic pile of presents ready to go.

Great work everyone, and welcome to Safiya, Kriziya , Roisin, and Lili - Congrats on completing your first task, we hope to see you again soon.

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MertonCommunity mission
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Jon Green
Alyson Young
Alex
Jade
Robert Carter
Caroline Helder

Crate wall sorted and wrapped up

Monday 3rd November 2025

Written by Jade

Those who joined us at our last visit to Critical Support will remember the organised chaos of a multi-bank delivery, and this time was no different! We threw ourselves into sorting through the wall of crates, making sure everything was collated and ready for distribution. It's always fun to sift through random items and definitely one of our favourite tasks.

We also started on the wrapping of Christmas presents! Working diligently to prepare as many gifts as possible, although we will be back next month to do more of this.

A huge congratulations to Becca who completed her first session! We hope this is the first of many more missions with us.

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Alex
Jade
Rachael Green
Victoria Watson
Robert Carter
Jo Ruddock

Mission Complete: Crate Expectations Met!

Monday 22nd September 2025

Written by Jade

Tonight, the team faced a colossal challenge at Critical Support: as we split into two groups, diving into the chaos. Crate by crate, transforming the overwhelming sprawl into organised piles - first completing the fresh food deliveries, followed by large stacks of clothes, shoes, homeware, and more.

Then came the heavy lifting as we hauled full crates upstairs and carefully tackled a quick round of repacking. This was crucial for maximising the space and ensuring the crates could be safely stacked.

With a final push and an "all hands on crates" effort, the job was done!

The warehouse was almost spotless and impressively organised - far exceeding what most of us thought possible in the time available. A huge welcome to Tori on a fantastic first task! Well done, everyone; the teamwork was absolutely amazing. We were truly "crate"!

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Jon Green
Clare Riddiford
Jade
Mike Forder
Rachael Green
Caroline Helder

No Delivery, No Problem: Getting Our Clean On!

Monday 7th July 2025

Written by Jade

Six GoodGymers descended on Critical Support after hours for our latest group mission. Some cycled down the River Wandle and others walked and it was a lovely evening for it too.

While The Felix Project's multi-bank delivery wasn't quite as large as anticipated, we quickly adapted our plans! We got stuck into a fantastic variety of tasks: meticulously moving a large batch of fruit bowls and toothpaste, expertly flattening a mountain of cardboard boxes, and giving the shelves and floor a thorough, sparkling clean. It was the perfect opportunity to flex our muscles and keep busy, leaving the hub immaculate.

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