Nourish, Empower, Uplift.
Nourish, Empower, Uplift.
Right now, families, individuals, and people experiencing homelessness in London are going without food, warmth, and vital supplies.
At The RooT London, we provide hot meals, food hampers, pre-loved clothes, and essentials—but we can’t do it alone.
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Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
The RooT London fights poverty, food insecurity, and homelessness by providing hot meals, food hampers, clothing, and essential supplies to those in need. Beyond immediate aid, we’re working towards long-term solutions—including a soup kitchen, food van, and future accommodation and support services—to create lasting change.
Our mission is simple: relief now, resilience for the future.
Hot Meals
Fresh, nutritious food for working Londoners, struggling families, and individuals facing homelessness.
Hot Meals
Fresh, nutritious food for working Londoners, struggling families, and individuals facing homelessness.
Hot Meals
Fresh, nutritious food for working Londoners, struggling families, and individuals facing homelessness.
Essential Hampers
Packed with everyday necessities to support those in need.
Essential Hampers
Packed with everyday necessities to support those in need.
Essential Hampers
Packed with everyday necessities to support those in need.
Compassionate Support
Bringing care and dignity to those who feel invisible.
Compassionate Support
Bringing care and dignity to those who feel invisible.
Compassionate Support
Bringing care and dignity to those who feel invisible.
Make a Difference
We aim to create a London where no one has to choose between feeding their families or keeping a roof over their heads.
Make a Difference
We aim to create a London where no one has to choose between feeding their families or keeping a roof over their heads.
Make a Difference
We aim to create a London where no one has to choose between feeding their families or keeping a roof over their heads.
Our Team
Our Team
Our Team
Kraig Valentino
Founder
Kraig is the founder of The RooT London and CEO of That Cosy Stay, a property company and proud sponsor of The RooT London. An entrepreneur with a history of launching businesses and initiatives, he focuses on creating both social and economic impact.
Previously, he founded The KLV Foundation, a National Lottery-funded initiative that helped individuals gain skills, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with the workforce. His leadership continues to drive The RooT London’s mission to support vulnerable communities, raise awareness, and create lasting change.
Kraig Valentino
Founder
Kraig is the founder of The RooT London and CEO of That Cosy Stay, a property company and proud sponsor of The RooT London. An entrepreneur with a history of launching businesses and initiatives, he focuses on creating both social and economic impact.
Previously, he founded The KLV Foundation, a National Lottery-funded initiative that helped individuals gain skills, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with the workforce. His leadership continues to drive The RooT London’s mission to support vulnerable communities, raise awareness, and create lasting change.
Kraig Valentino
Founder
Kraig is the founder of The RooT London and CEO of That Cosy Stay, a property company and proud sponsor of The RooT London. An entrepreneur with a history of launching businesses and initiatives, he focuses on creating both social and economic impact.
Previously, he founded The KLV Foundation, a National Lottery-funded initiative that helped individuals gain skills, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with the workforce. His leadership continues to drive The RooT London’s mission to support vulnerable communities, raise awareness, and create lasting change.
Derek Brown
Director
Derek, the former CEO of Actorshop Ltd., led the award-winning training and consultancy company known for its expertise in Forum Theatre. He co-directed l8r, a BAFTA-winning BBC series, and organised major events, including international theatre festivals and national creative training programs. As a theatre director, his productions toured prestigious venues, earning him an Arts Council bursary.
Derek Brown
Director
Derek, the former CEO of Actorshop Ltd., led the award-winning training and consultancy company known for its expertise in Forum Theatre. He co-directed l8r, a BAFTA-winning BBC series, and organised major events, including international theatre festivals and national creative training programs. As a theatre director, his productions toured prestigious venues, earning him an Arts Council bursary.
Derek Brown
Director
Derek, the former CEO of Actorshop Ltd., led the award-winning training and consultancy company known for its expertise in Forum Theatre. He co-directed l8r, a BAFTA-winning BBC series, and organised major events, including international theatre festivals and national creative training programs. As a theatre director, his productions toured prestigious venues, earning him an Arts Council bursary.
Aisha Fisher
Director
Aisha is the CEO of Henlon Restaurant Group, where she leads with a focus on community impact. Under her guidance, the group goes beyond serving food to support local charities, food donations, and community events. Aisha’s passion for social responsibility drives her commitment to using the restaurant as a platform for positive change, demonstrating how food can unite and serve others.
Aisha Fisher
Director
Aisha is the CEO of Henlon Restaurant Group, where she leads with a focus on community impact. Under her guidance, the group goes beyond serving food to support local charities, food donations, and community events. Aisha’s passion for social responsibility drives her commitment to using the restaurant as a platform for positive change, demonstrating how food can unite and serve others.
Aisha Fisher
Director
Aisha is the CEO of Henlon Restaurant Group, where she leads with a focus on community impact. Under her guidance, the group goes beyond serving food to support local charities, food donations, and community events. Aisha’s passion for social responsibility drives her commitment to using the restaurant as a platform for positive change, demonstrating how food can unite and serve others.
How You Can Help
How You Can Help
How You Can Help
Discover the impactful ways you can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
Discover the impactful ways you can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
Discover the impactful ways you can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Your time can make a difference. Help us by:
✔️ Preparing and distributing meals.
✔️ Assisting with packaging and delivering hampers.
✔️ Supporting our team on the day of the event.
Your time can make a difference. Help us by:
✔️ Preparing and distributing meals.
✔️ Assisting with packaging and delivering hampers.
✔️ Supporting our team on the day of the event.
Your time can make a difference. Help us by:
✔️ Preparing and distributing meals.
✔️ Assisting with packaging and delivering hampers.
✔️ Supporting our team on the day of the event.
Donate Essentials
Donate Essentials
Donate Essentials
We’re accepting:
✔️ Non-perishable food items like pasta, rice, and canned goods.
✔️ Gently used clothing for individuals and families in need.
We’re accepting:
✔️ Non-perishable food items like pasta, rice, and canned goods.
✔️ Gently used clothing for individuals and families in need.
We’re accepting:
✔️ Non-perishable food items like pasta, rice, and canned goods.
✔️ Gently used clothing for individuals and families in need.
Support Financially
Support Financially
Support Financially
Your donations enable us to:
✔️ Provide meals and hampers to more people in need.
✔️ Expand our reach to underserved areas.
✔️ Build a stronger foundation for ongoing community support.
Your donations enable us to:
✔️ Provide meals and hampers to more people in need.
✔️ Expand our reach to underserved areas.
✔️ Build a stronger foundation for ongoing community support.
Your donations enable us to:
✔️ Provide meals and hampers to more people in need.
✔️ Expand our reach to underserved areas.
✔️ Build a stronger foundation for ongoing community support.
Upcoming Event
Upcoming Event
Upcoming Event
28th January 2025
28th January 2025
28th January 2025
Food Drive
Food Drive
On 26th Febuary, 2025, we will hit the road, from 5 PM – 8 PM, for our food drive.
Event Highlights:
✔️ Distribution of hot meals and essential hampers.
✔️ A warm and welcoming atmosphere where everyone is valued and supported.
✔️ Opportunities to volunteer and make a tangible difference in people’s lives.
Our Partners
Our Partners
Our Partners
Our Vision
Our Vision
Our Vision
At The Root London, we believe that every meal served and every act of kindness strengthens our community. Together, we can create a future where no one has to face hunger or homelessness alone.
At The Root London, we believe that every meal served and every act of kindness strengthens our community. Together, we can create a future where no one has to face hunger or homelessness alone.
At The Root London, we believe that every meal served and every act of kindness strengthens our community. Together, we can create a future where no one has to face hunger or homelessness alone.
FAQs
FAQs
FAQs
What is The Root London?
We are a community-driven organisation tackling food insecurity, homelessness, and social isolation through targeted programs and initiatives.
How can I help?
You can donate, volunteer, or participate in our events to support our mission.
Where do donations go?
Every pound donated funds meals, essential kits, workshops, and other initiatives to uplift our community.
What is The Root London?
We are a community-driven organisation tackling food insecurity, homelessness, and social isolation through targeted programs and initiatives.
How can I help?
You can donate, volunteer, or participate in our events to support our mission.
Where do donations go?
Every pound donated funds meals, essential kits, workshops, and other initiatives to uplift our community.
What is The Root London?
We are a community-driven organisation tackling food insecurity, homelessness, and social isolation through targeted programs and initiatives.
How can I help?
You can donate, volunteer, or participate in our events to support our mission.
Where do donations go?
Every pound donated funds meals, essential kits, workshops, and other initiatives to uplift our community.