In a move to alleviate food insecurity for Londoners at risk of hunger, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Muslim Aid UK have joined forces with The Felix Project to provide millions of meals for those in need. This impactful collaboration will support The Felix Project’s mission to distribute 40 million meals across the capital in 2025, offering vital relief to struggling communities.
This interfaith support is linked to The Felix Project’s upcoming relocation of its West London depot to Acton Park, set for early 2025. With the current facility supporting 284 community organisations, the move will significantly increase capacity, enabling The Felix Project to rescue more food and deliver more meals annually.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and Muslim Aid have collaborated to support with construction, new equipment, and the operational setup of the new depot. As part of this collaboration, the Church will contribute to support key elements of the new space.
This essential support will enable The Felix Project’s West London operation to continue providing around one million meals each month to those in need, even as they operate from a temporary setup within Acton Park, whilst the space is prepared for a more permanent facility.
Charlotte Hill OBE, CEO of The Felix Project, said: “It is joyful to see different faiths coming together to try and make a meaningful difference to the lives of people in London. Sadly, we know too many of them are struggling to put food on the table, 1 in 8 working families are having to turn to a food bank on weekly basis. It is vital The Felix Project does all it can to ensure high quality, edible and nutritious food goes to people rather than to waste, and donations like this one will ensure we can do even more to see that vision through.”
Elder Alan Phillips, a General Authority and senior ecclesiastical leader for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, said: “We are honoured to unite with Muslim Aid UK and The Felix Project in this essential mission to relieve hunger and uplift London’s communities.
“This collaboration reflects our commitment to reach out with compassion and to make a meaningful, lasting impact on the lives of those facing food insecurity. Together, we’re building a foundation of support that will strengthen families and individuals across the capital.”
Khalid Javid, CEO of Muslim Aid, said: “Our partnership with The Felix Project and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to address the critical issue of food poverty in London. Our combined efforts are driven by a shared mission: to ensure that no family in London faces the distress of an empty table.
This collaboration exemplifies the power of faith communities working together under the shared principles of serving humanity. United, by our core values and our unwavering commitment to our community, we strive to serve all individuals, regardless of faith, race, age, gender, or creed, here in the UK.
Together, we can make a significant impact on the lives of those in need and build a future where no one goes hungry.”
The depot’s relocation is more than a logistical move; it will ensure that vulnerable individuals across West London continue to receive essential food supplies, even during the construction phase.
A ceremonial opening of the new depot is planned for the third quarter of 2025, with further opportunities for faith groups, volunteers, and the public to engage with and support the initiative.