The Kirkby store opened on Wednesday, March 12 at 48 Lowmoor Road, serving the communities of Nottingham and Ashfield.
Illuminate Hope is a Christian community interest company established to serve Kirkby and the surrounding areas in Nottinghamshire.
According to their Facebook page, their initiative stems from a genuine desire to support the community and bring hope to individuals and families facing difficulties and hardships.
Illuminate Hope has a clear vision to alleviate the pressures faced by individuals experiencing various forms of poverty, such as financial, food, material, health, and educational challenges.
To support residents, save them money, and reduce waste, the organisation has opened a community grocery store in Kirkby.
Follow the store’s page at www.facebook.com/communitygrocerykirkbyinashfield for more details.
Here is a look inside…
5. Items
All items are clearly labelled and categorised. For example, here you can find shelf items such as canned goods and packets. Photo: Community Grocery Kirkby-in-Ashfield
6. Essentials
The store sells a range of food and essentials typically found in supermarkets or food banks. Photo: Community Grocery Kirkby-in-Ashfield
7. Chilled
Chilled foods are available at a lower price than in supermarkets. Photo: Community Grocery Kirkby-in-Ashfield
8. Support
The store was launched by Illuminate Hope CIC to provide support to the community amidst rising costs. Photo: Community Grocery Kirkby-in-Ashfield