News
2 Mar 21
Worcester Foodbank makes last-ditch plea for Chancellor to retain benefit lifeline
Removing the Universal Credit uplift would have devastating consequences for hundreds of struggling families in Worcester, according to the city’s foodbank. Worcester Foodbank has sounded the warning ahead of Wednesday’s Budget when the Government is expected to reveal whether it plans to retain the £20 weekly uplift in Universal Credit. Chancellor Rishi Sunak has remained […]
31 Dec 20
Foodbank feeds record number of people during December
More than 1,200 people were fed by Worcester Foodbank in the run up to Christmas as the charity dealt with a record number of referrals during December. Volunteers also provided over 400 toyshop gift cards and 67 toys to struggling families that were unable to afford presents for their children during the busiest month since […]
21 Dec 20
Young footballers complete cycle challenge to help tackle hunger
A team of young footballers have been peddling for pounds to help Worcester Foodbank show hunger the red card this winter. Eleven youngsters from Nunnery Wood Colts Under 10s side raised £275 for the charity after racing past their goal of cycling and scootering 1,000 miles throughout November. The club pledged to donate 25p for […]
14 Dec 20
Business community invited to fund-raising carol service
A festive feast of carols, light-hearted sketches and auction prizes will help businesses from across the county celebrate Christmas while raising vital support for Worcester Foodbank. This year’s Business Community Carol Service will take place online on Tuesday (15th December) at 6pm with guests set to be treated to a candle-lit evening of entertainment hosted […]
17 Nov 20
December Opening Hours
Foodbank will be opening an extra day a week throughout December in a bid to make sure no-one goes hungry over the festive season. Our warehouse will be open every Tuesday from next month as we accelerate our preparations for what promises to be our busiest ever Christmas. Whether you’re a hungry family that has […]
26 Oct 20
Businesses rally to support hungry children during half term
While many families are enjoying the half-term holiday, it can be a much more challenging time for cash-strapped households who rely on free school meals to keep their children fed. Worcester Foodbank will be working hard to support these families but a wave of businesses and other groups have also stepped up to the plate […]
6 Jul 20
Signed Formula One shirt puts foodbank on track for funding boost
Motorsport fans can join the race to win a shirt signed by one of Formula One’s top stars – while helping to raise vital funds for Worcester Foodbank. The charity is in pole position to benefit from the prize draw organised by Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking, which will see the winner take home a shirt […]
2 Jun 20
Foodbank feeds off community spirit as supplies come flooding in
Worcester Foodbank has hailed the extraordinary generosity of the local community which has left its warehouse bursting at the seams. The charity has been swamped with more than 30 tonnes of donations since the start of April after people rallied behind its efforts to support the growing number of households impacted by the coronavirus outbreak. […]
18 May 20
Online giving just got easier with Banquet
Worcester Foodbank has teamed up with online app Banquet to make it even easier for you to support the fight against hunger while staying safe at home. The launch of the partnership means you can now donate a one-off or regular bundle to us packed with the essentials we urgently need in our warehouse. The […]
20 Mar 20
UPDATED: 3 ways you can support food bank during coronavirus
The outbreak of coronavirus is having a huge impact on our community and all our day to day lives – and Worcester Foodbank is no exception. The spread of this virus has brought immense challenges including the need for us to quickly adapt the way we support our clients, while doing everything in our power to […]