rssMar 7, 2026, 19:54

Food bank in East must close: If this shuts, I won't make ends meet

Stichting Tweede Kans, a food bank and thrift store in Amsterdam-Oost, faces closure as its current building is scheduled for demolition in three months. The foundation is struggling to find an affordable new location and has requested assistance from the municipality to continue its operations. Clients expressed deep concern over the potential loss of the facility, which provides essential food support for those in financial need.

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