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Emma encouraged people to drop off a donation at their local supermarket. She said: “We do collect all the donations from those boxes in supermarkets.

“Sometimes I think that people might be a bit sceptical as to whether that food actually ends up going to a food bank or not, or if it just goes in the landfill.

“It does really help us, and it would be great if people could donate more to them.”

The foundation is trying to set up a scheme to help people with their energy bills, providing vouchers to go towards bills.

Emma said they get families of all ages, including lots of babies and toddlers, with nappies and baby food in high demand.