A Helping Hand: West Exe Students Serve Up Support for Exeter Food Action

As part of their House system and charity fundraising efforts some of the amazing Prefect Team at West Exe School recently had the honour of presenting a cheque for £1,475 to Exeter Food Action. 

The funds were raised through events held at the school last year and the school community couldn’t be prouder of the incredible support shown by students, families, and staff in raising this money. 

West Exe School, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, is committed to supporting local causes and making a positive impact on the community.  Exeter Food Action works tirelessly to provide emergency food relief to individuals and families in need, and this contribution will go a long way in helping them continue their important work.

Exeter Food Action started operation in 2011 as a joint community project planned by a small group, Devon and Cornwall Food Association (DCFA Exeter).  In 2017 they became Exeter Food Action and now employ one full-time and two part-time members of staff, and have a team of over 50 dedicated volunteers.

They work in partnership with FareShare South West to supply food for their Community Food Members in Exeter, East Devon and Torbay.  Their service is free and is financed entirely by grants and donations. Together they distribute food to 67 food banks and community groups in Exeter and across Devon.

Julie Fossey, Headteacher at West Exe School said: "I am incredibly proud of our students and families for their hard work and generosity.  This donation is a testament to one of our core values at West Exe: community.  As a school, we are committed to helping our young people make positive contributions to the world around them, and to strengthening our community.“

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said: "Everyone at the trust is thrilled to see the initiative and compassion shown by West Exe students in supporting Exeter Food Action. This is just one example of the positive impact our schools are having on the community, and we look forward to supporting even more charitable projects in the future."