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28 Jul 20

Covid 19 Update – What to expect when you visit us

As the government starts to ease lockdown and restrictions for those shielding for those previously advised we would like to ensure clients visiting our centres know what precautions we have in place to support the safety and wellbeing of our clients and volunteers Perspex screens are in place between our clients and volunteers so no […]

9 Jun 20

UK FOOD BANKS REPORT BUSIEST MONTH EVER, AS COALITION URGENTLY CALLS FOR FUNDING TO GET MONEY INTO PEOPLE’S POCKETS QUICKLY DURING PANDEMIC

The Trussell Trust reports a soaring  89% increase in need for emergency food parcels during April 2020 compared to the same month last year, including a 107% rise in parcels given to children The number of families with children receiving parcels has almost doubled compared to the same period last year Food banks in the Independent Food Aid Network (IFAN) report a 175% increase in need for […]

22 May 20

Foodbank Update

Since the beginning of lock down we have seen a sixty per cent increase in visitors and we have provided over ten thousand meals. Those who have been hit the hardest are those on low incomes. These are very challenging and uncertain times but the generosity of the local community to help those in food […]

16 May 20

Current Shopping List

We have seen a 60% increase in people visiting us compared to this time last year and your generosity knows no bounds. This months shopping list reflects this generosity as the items we are in real need for has decreased. Our current shopping list To find out where to donate please click here Thank you

26 Mar 20

Coronavirus Update

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 […]

19 Feb 20

How you can help this Lent

Once again we are offering two ways in which you can help someone in food crisis. In 2019 we provided 49,959 meals compared to 39,105 in 2018. This level of food crisis is something we never imagined we would see, which is why we really need your help over Lent. Many of those who come […]

12 Feb 20

The Dunmow Town Band concert in aid of Braintree Area Foodbank

Each spring, the Dunmow Town Band holds a charity concert in aid of local charities and this year they have chosen to support Braintree Area Foodbank. Andy King, Founder and Musical Director of the Band said ‘Members recognised the great work done by the Foodbank and wanted to show their support. Since forming six years ago, the […]

17 Dec 19

Christmas Opening Hours 2019

Below are our opening times over the Christmas period. We ask that all referral agencies refer to their handbook if you have an emergency. Halstead Centre Monday 23rd December 2019 10am – 2pm Monday 30th December 2019 10am- 2pm Great Notley Tuesday 24th December 2019 10am – 12pm Tuesday 31st December 2019 10am – 12pm […]

11 Nov 19

Winter Appeal 2019

Last December we supplied over 5,600 meals and this year the number is set to increase this Christmas. Whether young or old, able bodied or disabled, all go hungry when they find themselves in crisis and the main reason people are visiting our centres is due to low incomes. The majority of visitors are on […]

5 Jul 19

Rock Choir concert in aid of Braintree Area Foodbank Appeal 2019

Last year* we saw an unprecedented number of visitors. Braintree Area Foodbank have fed 4,800 people with over 2,000 of them being children and with the stagnation of wages, low incomes, rise in living costs and Universal credit we continually need the help supplied by local communities. In answer to our plea Rock Choir […]

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