CMP Food Solutions Coordinator Andrew Michael, said as the scale of the charity’s work surged, they identified a desperate need for disposable plates, and takeaway containers.
“We were hoping to source these items free of charge. Someone mentioned BioPak to us and we decided to give them a call,’’ Mr Michael said.
Since that first call in 2011 BioPak has donated thousands of food service packaging to the charity, moving from gifting surplus and redundant stock to filling specific orders.
“We are very grateful to BioPak of course,’’ Mr Michael said. “Now they are giving us exactly what we need which is even better.’’
BioPak director Gary Smith said he was happy to support a charity that was making a real difference in the lives of needy Australians every single day – “Once I found out the impact of the work they do I was keen to get on board and support them as much as possible.”
Certainly Christ Mission Possible’s needs are substantial, with BioPak currently meeting an order for 2,000 plates, forks, knives and takeaway containers along with 2,500 bowls every week.
All of these products are made from 100 percent plant-based renewable resources and can be composted in a commercial facility.
As a self-funded charity which works with churches as well as service providers in the health and community sectors, Mr Michael said Christ Mission Possible had really benefited from the extra environmental credentials working with BioPak had given them.
“It really strengthens our position when we pitch our services to be able to talk about our focus on limiting our environmental impact,’’ he explained.
By harvesting and rescuing food which would otherwise find its way into landfill Christ Mission Possible was already a charity with a positive environmental affect, but with BioPak’s help they are now able to assist the needy in a way which is even gentler on the planet.
