LAST week, we launched our East Lothian Courier Foodbank Appeal, and we’re asking our generous readers to dig deep and help out the county’s vital foodbanks and food initiatives in any way they can.
Now, we’re taking a closer look at a few of the organisations and sponsors involved with our appeal over the course of the next few weeks in the lead-up to our April 18 issue, when we’ll be including a donation bag in our paper which readers can fill with goods for he various groups.
There will be lots of convenient locations for you to drop off our bag – we’ll carry a full list in that week’s issue.
READ MORE: East Lothian Courier Foodbank Appeal launches – and we need your help
We are being supported by our generous sponsors – AC’s Taxis, Minibuses & Coaches; Belmont Group; EDF; and Forth Blinds.
So please, if you can, take part in our appeal and help improve the lives of people in dire need – any donation you can make, no matter how small, will be hugely appreciated.
AC's Taxis, Minibuses & Coaches
TRANENT-BASED AC’s Taxis & Minibuses – one of the sponsors of the Courier’s foodbank appeal – operates 80 taxis and 25 minibuses across East Lothian.
An established, family-run taxi company, AC’s provides a complete taxi service for all sorts of requirements, from London cabs to minibuses or coaches from an extensive fleet.
The company runs a 24/7 call centre, meaning taxis can be booked at any time of day. Tracking taxis is also straightforward through the East Lothian Taxi app.
Employing about 150 people as part of the company, which was started about 45 years ago, the company puts strong focus on community engagement and giving back.
Sponsoring sports clubs and groups across the county including Lowland League football side Tranent FC, the company strives to benefit the people of East Lothian.
Robert Campbell Junior, partner at AC’s Taxis & Minibuses, said: “AC’s is the leading taxi company here in East Lothian and offers a wide range of transport services to meet the needs of all our customers.
“From taxis to coaches, there’s something for all transport requirements.
“On top of that, we always want to give back to the community and have done our part with a number of sponsorship opportunities.”
Speaking on the decision to sponsor the foodbank appeal, Mr Campbell said: “This was another opportunity to give back and do something positive.
“We know there is a high demand for foodbanks and similar services in East Lothian, and all over the country too.
“It felt like the right thing to do to support this cause.”
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