About our foodbank

Since opening in 2012, Thurrock Foodbank has become a vital lifeline for thousands of people across the borough facing hardship and food crisis. What began as a small initiative led by local churches has grown into a powerful community movement, with 10 centres across Thurrock providing emergency food and support from Monday to Saturday.

Working alongside more than 90 referral agencies — including Citizens Advice, healthcare professionals, schools, charities, and community organisations — we are able to reach those most in need quickly and compassionately. But Thurrock Foodbank is about far more than food parcels. It is about people helping people, neighbours supporting neighbours, and a community coming together to ensure nobody has to face crisis alone.

Everything we do is made possible by the incredible dedication of our volunteers and the kindness and generosity of local residents, schools, businesses, churches, and community groups. Every donation, every hour volunteered, and every act of support helps us make a real difference to local families and individuals when they need it most.

Together, we are building a stronger, more compassionate Thurrock — and there is a place for everyone to be part of that story.

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