During the financial year ended November 30th 2025, We Can Community CIC addressed two key challenges affecting the local community: environmental sustainability and food poverty, particularly in the context of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. The company coordinated the collection of high-volume recyclable aluminium can waste from a wide range of community partners, including local businesses, restaurants, schools, Scout groups and community centres. These collections diverted waste from landfill and generated income that was reinvested directly into community support. Local residents and community groups were actively encouraged to participate, promoting inclusion, reducing social isolation, and strengthening community cohesion. Volunteers played a vital role in collecting, transporting, sorting and crushing cans, ensuring the activity remained community-led and sustainable. Income generated from recycling was converted into food vouchers distributed to individuals and families experiencing food poverty and financial hardship, including those affected by rising living costs who may not otherwise qualify for statutory support. Food vouchers provided recipients with dignity, choice, and immediate access to essential food supplies. During the year, the company recycled over 8 tonnes of aluminium cans, generating food support to the value of £2966.08, distributed through foodbanks and partner organisations across the local community. In addition, We Can Community CIC delivered 12 educational workshops across schools, care homes, businesses and community groups, reaching over 1,200 people across the West Midlands. These sessions raised awareness of environmental responsibility, food poverty and community action, and encouraged volunteering and positive social change.

The company undertakes ongoing consultation with stakeholders through regular engagement embedded within day-to-day activities, rather than one-off formal consultations. Key stakeholders include: Local residents and community volunteers Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council (SMBC) Neighbourhood Teams Schools and youth groups Recycling centres and waste partners Foodbanks and community food providers Consultation takes place through informal meetings, feedback during collections, workshops, school sessions, and partnership discussions. Feedback from stakeholders has directly influenced: prioritisation of recycling collection locations, structuring of volunteer roles, development and delivery of educational workshops, conversion of recycling income into food vouchers, targeting of communities experiencing the greatest need. This approach ensures the company remains responsive, community-led and aligned with local needs.

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