Keen to help but not sure how? Here are some ways to lend a hand…

Donate food

You can donate food directly to your local food bank (which you can find here) or at collection points in supermarkets. Some online supermarkets also allow you to add items to your regular shop to be sent directly to food banks.

It’s worth checking on your local food bank’s website to see which specific items they’re most in need of, but in general, the below items are a great shout. Just make sure the items are in good condition and in date.

UHT milk
Tinned meat (hotdogs, meatballs etc.)
Tinned fish
Tinned fruit
Sponge/rice puddings
Coffee (small jars)
Long-life juice
Pasta sauce
Tinned veg (potatoes, carrots, green beans, tomatoes)
Tinned meals (spaghetti, chicken or veg curries, chilli)
Tinned soup
Jam and spreads

Donate goods

The Trussell Trust has 11 shops, two of which are online, run by a small team of staff and volunteers. These shops generate funds to help the charity support people facing hardship and campaign to end the need for emergency food. You can donate these items:

Good quality clothes, shoes, belts, bags, hats and jewellery
Good quality bric-a-brac
Books, DVDs, CDs and vinyl records
Toys, puzzles and games
Working electrical goods
Good quality furniture

Please contact the charity before bringing your items by emailing retailenquiries@trusselltrust.org.

Donate money

You can make a financial donation to support The Trussell Trust in helping those in need. Either make a one-off donation or set up a regular payment.

“Food banks are facing their toughest winter ever – people struggling to afford heating and food need your help”