News | Foyle Foodbank

8 Oct 21

Keep the lifeline

The UK government is planning to cut Universal Credit by £20 a week this October. This will be the biggest overnight cut to social security since World War Two and for some families, this will mean losing up to a fifth of their income. Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have seen a sharp […]

8 Oct 21

Food banks. MYTHS verses FACTS.

Many myths exist surrounding food banks and often they prevent people from seeking the help they need. The Trussell Trust works with independent nutritionists to ensure that the three days’ emergency food we provide is nutritionally balanced. A typical food parcel contains tinned fruit, tinned vegetables, UHT milk, and pasta as well as many other […]

15 Jan 21

Volunteer delivery drivers needed

We are looking for two volunteers to join our team as delivery drivers. Your efforts will make a huge difference to those in need in your local area. Must be available Mondays and Tuesdays from 11AM – 3PM. If you would like to apply or receive further information, please send an email to [email protected].

29 Dec 20

Merry Christmas from Foyle Food Bank

We’ve reached the end of 2020 and what a year it has been. This year has been extremely difficult for so many of us, but now more than ever, we have been incredibly overwhelmed by the sheer generosity of our local community and local businesses. So whether you have donated an item of food or […]

10 Dec 20

City named most generous city in UK

Our city has been named ‘the most generous city’ in the UK by GoFundMe, and we aren’t surprised as your support for the Foodbank over the past few months has been phenomenal! Because of the increased amount of donations we are receiving increased demand for the Foodbank, we have decided to open the Foodbank every […]

9 Dec 20

20km for 20 days in aid of Foyle Food Bank

Good luck to Derry boxer Tyrone Mc Cullagh who has taken on a mammoth challenge to run 20km for 20 days, finishing on Christmas Eve, in aid of Foyle Foodbank. Please donate what you can and if you see him out pounding the roads show him your support. Donate here: https://bit.ly/3ovCF90

8 Dec 20

Reverse advent calendars

A huge thank you to the wonderful staff at AIB Meadowbank who have been completing reverse advent calendars for the Foodbank! What a generous donation!

6 Dec 20

Christmas dinners

With Christmas rapidly approaching, we know that some people in our community may be struggling to make ends meet. That is why we have partnered with Coalshack True American BBQ and UTurn Fitness in order to deliver Christmas dinners to those who are in need this Christmas. If you would like to avail of a […]

3 Dec 20

Foyle Food Bank annual report

It’s that time of the year again! Our Annual Report has been released, click the link below to have a read! Foyle Foodbank Annual Report 2019-2020

1 Dec 20

Local bikers hit the road for Foyle Food Bank

The Foyle Food Bank charity bike run took place on 29th November. The organisers would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge just a few of many contributors. Kelly’s spar Trench Road, The Sandwich Company, Bikers Against Suicide and whoever handed in the envelope with the £600 with no name on it. We would like […]

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