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31 Aug 23

Newsletter July – August 2023

Dear Supporter/s, we have the new edition of Gateshead Foodbanks Newsletter attached. Now available to read, digest and share with others. July & Aug 23 Newsletter Thanks to all who contributed. If you would like to feature or have anything to share for the next edition, then let us know. We are always […]

18 Jul 23

Thank you !

We had a great collection on Saturday 15th July, at Tescos Trinity Square Gateshead. A total of 1.294 kg of food was donated over the day, we want to thank everyone involved and we are grateful for the kind donations. On a daily basis we see how the cost of living is impacting on individuals […]

27 Jun 23

Gateshead Foodbank – May/June 2023 Newsletter

Here is our crammed packed May/ June newsletter. If you wish to share any news for our next edition, please do let us know by emailing [email protected] May & June 23 Newsletter

12 Jun 23

Help us ensure everyone can afford life’s essentials

Help us ensure everyone can afford life’s essentials Please take action now and in just a couple of minutes you can email your MP and ask for their support for the Essentials Guarantee. Together we can send a clear message to all MPs that the basic rate of Universal Credit must at least be enough […]

5 Jun 23

This week we send our heartfelt thanks to all our volunteers

This week we send our heartfelt thanks to all our volunteers making a difference across Gateshead to those facing hardship in the local community. Thank you for your resilience. Thank you for your compassion. Thank you for your dedication. Thank you for being a valued member of the team. Thank you for being there. You […]

24 May 23

Here’s unexpected things you can donate to our food bank.

When donating to the food bank, many of us may think of giving pasta or tinned food. 🥫 Though this food is appreciated, our food bank also needs some unexpected, but essential items. Here’s seven unexpected things you can donate . 1) Free from food including gluten free, dairy free food, Halal and alternative milk, […]

28 Apr 23

March – April News Letter – Callum Wilson visit and end of year stats.

Welcome to the March – April News Letter, with an update on Callum Wilsons visit to Gateshead Foodbank. Callum talks about his lived experience of accessing a foodbank when he was younger and gives a hand packing parcels. Read our News letter March & April 23 Newsletter Our end of year stats have been released, […]

18 Apr 23

Massive Thank You, to all involved with the Asda Metrocentre Gateshead collection.

We want to say a big thank you to everyone involved with the supermarket collection at Asda Metrocentre- 15th April. The kind donations collected on Saturday are needed more than ever. We have seen an large increase in the number of people accessing emergency food parcels and sadly a decrease in food donations, we need […]

3 Mar 23

Jan & Feb 2023 Newsletter

People from all walks of life are struggling to afford the basic essentials and the need for our food bank rises. Without the support of our local community and volunteers, we could not do what we do without them. Thank you ! As we approach Lent and Easter, we are putting a shout out for […]

19 Jan 23

Volunteering Opportunities

Happy New Year We have four current volunteering opportunities open with us here at Gateshead Foodbank. To find our more and apply , please follow the link and in the search type Gateshead. https://volunteer.trusselltrust.org/opportunities/results?#display=grid&s=distance&o=asc&page=1&public_search=true&search=Gateshead&lat&lon&geojson=93&limit=14&include=image We are always needing your support. We are especially looking for a Van Driver on a Tuesday Evening, full details can […]

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