Month: August 2025

kmfm’s annual Tonnes of Tins campaign has broken records this year, collecting 11.1 tonnes of food for 16 food banks across Kent.

Over a five-week period, the appeal raised £11,696 through its JustGiving page, surpassing last year’s total of £7,348.
Physical donations that were dropped off at kmfm studios also played a major role, helping exceed 2024’s previous record of 9.21 tonnes.
The station says the support comes at a time of sharply rising demand for food banks. Usage in Deal has risen by 250%, while Swale has seen a 230% increase. Even more affluent parts of the county have reported a growing need for help, despite a drop in food donations overall.
“The generosity of our listeners, local businesses, and supporters has been incredible,” kmfm said in a statement, noting that every tin and every pound donated has made a tangible difference for families and individuals struggling with the cost of living.
Tonnes of Tins has become a major part of kmfm’s annual community outreach, combining on-air promotion with listener engagement to provide support for those most in need.

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Barnsley’s Essentials, will launch its full service on 7th September during the town’s Civic Garden Gathering in Mandela Gardens.

The new station will broadcast live from the event which will mark the 80th anniversary of VE/VJ Day and feature live music, street theatre, creative workshops, and family activities.
Gareth Webb, Barnsley Civic’s Marketing Officer and Project Lead for Barnsley’s Essentials, said: “The Barnsley community has been incredible in its support for Barnsley’s Essentials so far… now feels like the perfect moment to officially launch the station.
“Our aim is to give back to the town, strengthen community ties, and ensure local voices are heard loud and clear.”
The station will operate on a not-for-profit basis, with surplus funds donated to local causes including Barnsley Civic, Barnsley Food Bank, and Cross the Sky Theatre. Its test stream is currently on-air, with more local programmes being added in the coming weeks.

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