We’re delighted to share some exciting news; Co-op Academy Leeds has been selected as one of the Co-op Local Community Fund causes for 2025–2026!

Our project, CAL Community Pantry, has been chosen as one of three local causes that Co-op Members can support in our area. This means that every time Co-op Members buy selected Co-op products and services, 1% of what they spend goes towards local community causes, and your votes can help our school receive a larger share!

How You Can Help

1. Become a Co-op Member
   If you’re not already a member, join online at www.coop.co.uk/membership or by downloading the Co-op App.
    

2. Choose Co-op Academy Leeds as Your Local Cause
   Once you’re a member, log in to the Co-op App or website, go to “Membership” → “Support Your Local Cause” and select Co-op Academy Leeds – CAL Community Pantry.
    

3. Shop and Scan Your Membership Card
   Every time you shop at Co-op and scan your card, you’ll help raise funds for our project.
    

About Our Project

Our project aims to increase the community's access and longevity to receiving nutritious foods and ingredients that people can cook with to feed their families for years to come. This funding could help us partner with food wastage and distribution organisations to allow us to access more culturally appropriate and healthier foods to help feed families.

The more people who choose our school as their cause, the more funding we’ll receive to make this happen. There’s £6,000 available to share between the three local causes — and every vote counts!

Stay Involved

The Co-op App goes live with all the local causes from Sunday 19th October. You’ll be able to see our school listed and start supporting us straight away.

Don’t forget to tag @coopuk and @Co-op Academy Leeds when sharing online to spread the word!

Thank you for your support - together we can make a real difference in our school and local community.

Natalie Jones
Headteacher, Co-op Academy Leeds