Aldi has announced that it will donate more than one million meals throughout the summer as part of its ongoing support for local charities and foodbanks across the UK. The supermarket chain is working with Neighbourly, a community giving platform, to redistribute surplus food every day.
This initiative is particularly timely as demand for foodbank services increases during the summer months, when families often face greater challenges.
The effort builds on Aldi’s year-round commitment to tackling food poverty. To date, the supermarket has donated over 8.8 million meals in 2025, showcasing the scale of its ongoing charity work.
For those looking to contribute further, Aldi is also offering customers the chance to donate food at their local stores through designated community donation points.
Increased Demand for Foodbanks During Summer Holidays
Demand for foodbanks traditionally rises during the summer holidays, when children no longer have access to free school meals, placing extra financial strain on families. According to Luke Emery, Aldi’s National Sustainability Director, the retailer aims to “provide fresh, wholesome food to those who need it most” during this time.
Aldi’s food redistribution efforts are particularly crucial during this period, as many families struggle to meet basic food needs. The supermarket has committed to offering surplus items, which might otherwise go unsold, to help alleviate food insecurity in local communities.
Through its partnership with Neighbourly, Aldi ensures that food donations reach the charities and community groups that need them most, helping thousands of individuals and families.
The Role of Neighbourly and Other Partners
Aldi’s ongoing commitment to food redistribution is bolstered by its collaboration with Neighbourly, which helps connect businesses with local charities. According to Steve Butterworth, CEO of Neighbourly, the partnership is vital, especially during the busy summer months, when food banks are inundated with requests for help.
In addition to Neighbourly, the supermarket also works with Company Shop, the UK’s leading redistributor of surplus food and household products. These partnerships enable Aldi to ensure that surplus food from its Regional Distribution Centres reaches those in need through a streamlined process, further enhancing the impact of its charitable donations.
