Uncategorised | Bath, Keynsham & Somer Valley Foodbank

16 Aug 24

SCAM ALERT

We have been made aware of a potential scam happening in Bath. Someone, or potentially more than one person, is calling at people’s homes saying they are from Trussell Trust (country-wide network organisation for Bath Foodbank) and asking for donations for Bath Foodbank. In return they are giving a small gift (ie. fresh herbs). We […]

22 Feb 24

Bath Foodbank Update 2024

Thank you to our community and volunteers for everything you have done this past year with your commitment to the foodbank. As always, it has been a busy year with lots going on. During 2023-24, together we have supported 5,279 people including 1,452 children with emergency food. We have seen a 13% increase in referrals […]

30 Oct 23

Strong Partnerships

We all hear the word ‘signposting’ a lot in the third sector at the moment, but how many of those vulnerable clients that are signposted to other organisations actually make it to their destination? How many get lost or side tracked along the way? To try & overcome some of these barriers, we are excited […]

21 Jun 23

Volunteer Story – Steph Wynne-Davey

Steph is our operations manager at Genesis Trust (which Bath Foodbank is a part of). She joined Genesis Trust in March 2022 as our Office Manager. Part of Steph’s role, alongside many others, is Volunteer Manager. Steph welcomes all our volunteers to Genesis Trust and Bath Foodbank and helps them to begin their volunteering journey […]

21 Jun 23

Volunteer Story – Stephen Davey

Stephen began volunteering in the Foodbank warehouse on West Avenue in October 2022. His main role is to organise the crates for deliveries to our three distribution centres and generally sorting and tidying the warehouse. ‘I’ve just finished my A-levels and I’m on a gap year. It’s something positive to do between part time work […]

20 Jun 23

Thank you from Bath Foodbank

Thank you to all who have helped the Foodbank during 2022-2023 with both donations and giving up your time to volunteer with us. Because of your generosity we were able to provide support to those in our community struggling to buy food for themselves and their families. Here is an overview of all the things […]

20 Jun 23

Volunteer Story – Tanya Coulson

What is your role at Bath Foodbank? ‘I am on a fortnightly rota helping with the Foodbank distribution centre at St Philips and St James’ Church in Odd Down. Whilst chatting to the clients and noting down their requirements, we are able to suggest other places where they can get further support.’ When did you […]

9 Dec 21

Easter Opening Hours 2022

The Bath Foodbank’s distribution centre at Manvers Street will be OPEN on Good Friday, 15 April from 12.30-2.30pm as normal. It will be CLOSED on Easter Monday, 18th April

2 Dec 21

Most needed items Christmas 2021

7 Jul 21

Introducing our new charity partner!

We are excited to announce our new partnership with Taste of Bath! They are kicking off with a join initiative with local business, Swoon Gelato. For every hamper order over £25 during the month of July, they’ll donate a voucher to Bath Foodbank, valid for one of Swoon’s incredible ice creams. Order your hamper here -> […]

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