--- title: "Mini Vinnies Food Drive Supports Billingham Food Bank" url: "https://holyrosary.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-26-mini-vinnies-food-drive-supports-billingham-food-bank" school: "Our Lady Of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy" --- **Tel:** 01642 552274 **Email:** office@holyrosary.bhcet.org.uk # Mini Vinnies Food Drive Supports Billingham Food Bank ![Image of Mini Vinnies Food Drive Supports Billingham Food Bank](https://files.schudio.com/our-lady-of-the-most-holy-rosary-catholic-academy-2/images/news/857799685_1637905498123506_730726667328144158_n.jpg) 26 October 2026 Pupils and families at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy in Billingham have shown tremendous generosity through a successful food collection for Billingham Food Bank. The appeal received an overwhelming response from the school community, with donations helping to support local individuals and families in need. ### Generous Support from the School Community The school would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the food drive. The fantastic response demonstrated the kindness and compassion of pupils, families and staff, with donations pouring in to support an important local cause. ### Mini Vinnies Lead the Way The school's Mini Vinnies played a key role in the project, carefully sorting and packaging the donated items before handing them over to Billingham Food Bank. Their efforts reflected the values of service, generosity and care for others that are at the heart of the Mini Vinnies mission. ### Making a Difference in the Local Community Representatives from the food bank were incredibly grateful for the support received, highlighting the positive impact the donations will have on local people who need extra help. The food drive was a wonderful example of the school community working together to support others and put faith into action. ### Thank You for Your Kindness Everyone at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy is proud of the generosity shown throughout the appeal. The success of the food drive demonstrates how small acts of kindness, when combined, can make a significant difference to people in the local community. [Community Links](https://holyrosary.bhcet.org.uk/news/tag/community-links) [ Holy Rosary's Got Talent Showcases Pupils' Amazing Skills and Talents](https://holyrosary.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-10-12-holy-rosary-s-got-talent-showcases-pupils-amazing-skills-and-talents) [Mission Together Visit Inspires Pupils to Make a Difference ](https://holyrosary.bhcet.org.uk/news/2026-11-09-mission-together-visit-inspires-pupils-to-make-a-difference) ![Our Lady Of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy](https://files.schudio.com/our-lady-of-the-most-holy-rosary-catholic-academy-2/images/logo/Bishop_Hogarth_and_Hexham_Logo_new_(1).png) ### Our Lady Of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy Rievaulx Avenue Billingham TS23 2BS 01642 552274 ### Social Media - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/OLMHR/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/holyrosary_billingham/) ### Translation ### Office 365 [Sign in to Office 365](https://outlook.office.com/) © Copyright 2025–2026 Our Lady Of The Most Holy Rosary Catholic Academy School & Trust Websites by [ ![Schudio logo](https://holyrosary.bhcet.org.uk/img/logo/light.png) ](https://www.schudio.com/)