Meal Makers Food Train

02/04/2026

💛 “Really, really good charity – support them if you can” 💛

As our Mother’s Day appeal comes to a close, we want to highlight the impact your support will make.

Thanks to your generosity, we’ll be able to bring shopping, visits, and companionship to more older people like Edna, helping them enjoy independence, friendship, and peace of mind.

💛 There’s still time to make a difference. Every donation helps older people live well at home.

👉 Watch the clip and donate today https://thefoodtrain.enthuse.com/cf/mothers-day-appeal

26/03/2026

💛 “More than just a delivery service” 💛

⏰ Time is running out! ⏰

Not everyone has loved ones nearby. For many older people, Food Train is their lifeline, bringing not just food but friendly faces, reassurance, and connection.

This Mother’s Day, you can make a difference – help older people live well at home.

👉 Donate now and make a difference today https://thefoodtrain.enthuse.com/cf/mothers-day-appeal

19/03/2026

💬 “It is another couple of people coming in to see her”

💬 “So good, so we kept it going – really, really worthwhile”

📊 Did you know? For many older people, Food Train is their only regular social contact. Our volunteers don’t just deliver shopping – they bring connection, reassurance, and peace of mind to families.

🎯 This Mother’s Day, our goal is to raise vital funds to help even more older people live independently at home. Every donation – big or small – makes a difference 💛

👉 Support our Mother’s Day Appeal https://thefoodtrain.enthuse.com/cf/mothers-day-appeal

16/03/2026

Tomorrow we will be attending Thenue Housing's Volunteer Fair at the Calton Heritage and Learning Centre.

Come down and chat to us about volunteering with The Food Train and use your skills to support your local community!

15/03/2026

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day! 🌷

Today we celebrate mums, grans, aunties, carers, and all the women who have shaped our lives with love and kindness.

For older people without family nearby, your support ensures they still feel cared for, connected, and valued.

💛 A donation today is a gift that truly matters.

👉 Watch Edna’s Journey and donate today https://thefoodtrain.enthuse.com/cf/mothers-day-appeal



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08/03/2026

💜 She’s 100 years old and still living independently in the home she loves.

Today, on International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating women like Edna who have spent their lives building families, communities, and memories.

International Women’s Day has been celebrated for over a century. In 2026 it marks 115 years of collective action, recognising the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and the progress still to be made toward gender equality.

Edna has lived in Dumfries all her life. Thanks to Food Train volunteers, she can continue living happily at home, with her shopping delivered and always a friendly chat to brighten her day. For many older women in our communities, these visits bring connection, reassurance, and independence.

This Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating women like Edna and helping ensure older people can live well at home.

💜Your support can make a real difference.

👉 Support our Mother’s Day appeal today https://thefoodtrain.enthuse.com/cf/mothers-day-appeal

💬 Who is a woman who has made a difference in your life? Tell us in comments below.

02/03/2026

💐 This Mother’s Day, help older people live well at home 💐

💬 “Edna, how important is family to you?”

Edna is 100 years old and has lived in Dumfries all her life. Thanks to Food Train, she can continue living happily at home, supported by volunteers who bring her shopping and always make time for a friendly chat.

For many older people, home is more than a place – it’s comfort, memories, and independence. For those without family nearby, Food Train is often their lifeline.

💛 Your support this Mother’s Day can make a real difference.

👉 Donate today and help older people across our communities. https://thefoodtrain.enthuse.com/cf/mothers-day-appeal

26/02/2026

We were delighted to attend the Scottish Parliament last week with SCVO and Volunteer Scotland as part of the campaign.

It was perfect timing to promote our 2025/2026 manifesto asks to the Scottish Government and to highlight our 2026–2031 Strategy which can be viewed/read here: https://thefoodtrain.co.uk/about/influencing-change/

25/02/2026

Volunteering with Meal Makers doesn't have to be a solo activity and can be a great thing to take part in with family. Our lovely volunteer Anna tells us about why she chooses to volunteer with her children:

"Meal-sharing is something amazing to do for others, and because I can involve my children, it’s about showing them that we all have something to give to our community.

"It’s a firm part of our weekly routine, it helps motivate me to cook better food, and we always enjoy catching up with our lovely diners."

You can sign up to volunteer with us on the Food Train website

25/01/2026

Burns Day 2026 🥃

Our West Lothian branch celebrated Burns Day in braw style wi’ a feast o’ haggis, neeps an’ tatties, an’ the amazing George addressin’ the haggis:

“Fair fa’ your honest, sonsie face,
Great chieftain o’ the puddin-race!”

Happy Burns Day tae ye, ye auld yin! 🥃🔥

21/01/2026

Thank you to our volunteers for making such delicious, hearty meals and helping beat the winter blues!

31/12/2025

HAPPY NEW YEAR to all our friends, volunteers and supporters.

We look forward to working with you in 2026