News | Newcastle (Staffs) Foodbank

5 May 20

Spencer goes the extra miles for foodbank

RUNNER Spencer Smith is doing his bit for Newcastle-Staffs Foodbank during lockdown – dressed in full firefighter kit. The retained firefighter had hoped to complete a series of half marathons this year but the coronavirus outbreak means many sport and fundraising events have been cancelled. However Spencer, a seasoned runner and charity champion, is keen […]

4 May 20

Coronavirus: Working to keep our centres open

Newcastle-Staffs Foodbank is helping to feed hundreds of people by keeping its six centres open throughout the lockdown. While a significant proportion of volunteers are self-isolating, the foodbank has brought in a pre-packed food parcel system to ensure it can continue to open across Newcastle brorough and meet the needs of the community. Newcastle-Staffs Foodbank […]

1 Apr 20

Coronavirus: How do I get a food voucher?

TO get help from our foodbank you will need to be referred with a voucher. Newcastle-Staffs Foodbank works with different frontline organisations such as advice charities, housing associations and wellbeing professionals which issue these vouchers. This allows us to gather basic information so we can prepare a suitable emergency package. Once you have a voucher, […]

31 Mar 20

Coronavirus: Foodbank makes urgent appeal for help

A EMERGENCY fundraising appeal has been launched to counteract a drop in donations as a result of the coronavirus crisis. Newcastle-Staffs Foodbank, part of The Trussell Trust, is continuing to operate across the borough to ensure emergency food parcels are available to those in need. But restrictions put in place as a result of the […]

24 Mar 20

Coronavirus: Supporting People in Crisis

As the coronavirus pandemic unfolds in the UK, our main priority is ensuring the safety of everyone who comes to our food bank – whether it’s someone needing help, someone volunteering their time, or someone making a donation. Things are changing quickly, so we’ll keep this page updated regularly with information about what’s happening at […]

18 Nov 19

Volunteers Needed!

JOIN OUR TEAM OF VOLUNTEERS. YOU CAN VOLUNTEER FROM 2 HOURS A WEEK ——— Admin Volunteers Needed – Flexible times to suit you Can you offer your skills to support us in a number of different roles that we are trying to fill. If so, and you would like further information, please contact us by […]

18 Nov 19

Current Shortages as of November 2019

We want to thank every donor that continues to support us…. Every donation we receive is very much appreciated and goes a long way in making a difference to those in crisis… Please find our shortages on: Menu > Give Help > Donate Food We have numerous sites throughout Newcastle under Lyme where you can […]

2 Jul 19

Can you support us by holding a donation point … Whether in your store..school…church..or busines

Whether it’s placed in your store..school…church..or business Or if you’re organising a collection for the food bank, get in touch with us – there are many items we fall short on throughout the year… We also provide many essential non food items such as toiletries and hygiene products that make such a difference in a […]

2 Jul 19

Can you support us by holding a donation point … Whether in your store..school…church..or business Or if you’re organising a collection for the food bank, get in touch with us – there are many items we fall short on throughout the year… We also provide many essential non food items such as toiletries and hygiene products that make such a difference in a person’s life..

2 Jul 19

A massive Thank you to the Customers and Staff of Tesco, Trentvale #Tesco Food Drive#

At a time where we are seeing more and more people coming to the food bank; your kindness and thoughtfulness saw us collect over 500 kg of food today. Lastly, we wouldn’t be able to do this without the hard work and compassion shown by all our volunteers who are absolutely Amazing!

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