Aldi stores across Nottinghamshire donated 46,200 meals to charities, food banks and community organisations across the UK throughout the recent school summer holidays.

The donations took the number of meals redistributed by Aldi in 2026 from more than 8.8 million before the school holidays to 10.9 million – an increase of 24 per cent.

Aldi has worked with Neighbourly since 2019 to redistribute surplus food from its stores to charities and community organisations across the UK.

Luke Emery, national sustainability director at Aldi UK, said: “There’s no reason for good food to go to waste when it can be put to use by organisations supporting their local communities.

Aldi has worked with Neighbourly since 2019 helping to redistribute surplus food from its stores to charities and community organisations

placeholder image — Aldi has worked with Neighbourly since 2019 helping to redistribute surplus food from its stores to charities and community organisations

“Our stores redistribute surplus food throughout the year, giving local charities a regular source of food they can use to support the people who rely on them.”

Steve Butterworth, chief executive of Neighbourly, added: “For many of the organisations we work with, summer doesn’t mean demand eases off.

"The school holidays can bring an additional pressure, as families face higher food costs and children who usually receive free school meals may not have the same access to support during the holidays.

“Regular surplus food donations give charities something practical they can use straight away, helping them keep shelves stocked and respond to what people in their communities need.”

Shoppers in Nottinghamshire can also donate food and everyday essentials to local charities, foodbanks and community groups through community donation points in Aldi stores nationwide.

Aldi also works with Company Shop to redistribute surplus food from its regional distribution centres.