Food banks

There’s no shame in getting help from other people. Some services need a referral, but others are open to anyone in need of help. Food banks provide parcels to residents in receipt of a referral, which often takes the form of a voucher. Referrals are made by a variety of professionals supporting individuals and families in difficult circumstances, such as:

• Advice Centres Offering Debt & Financial Advice
• Children’s Centres
• Framework - Homelessness Prevention (opens in new tab)
• Housing Providers - Nottingham Private Rented Assistance Scheme (NPRAS (opens in new tab) ) & Nottingham City Homes (NCH) (opens in new tab)
• Social Workers
• Health Visitors & Other Healthcare Professionals
• Police Officers
• Neighbourhood Development Officers
• Employment Advisors

Food Bank Listings

For a full list of food banks in your area please click below:

Social Eating Projects

Not eligible for free vouchers? Some social eating projects will provide hot meals for a small charge. To view all available projects please click below:

Reduced Cost Food

Find local shops and online stores that sell clearance, end of line, short date and bulk purchase goods. To view all listings please click below:

Household Support Vouchers

Information on household support vouchers. These can included e-vouchers for energy bills and supermarkets, including throughout the school holidays for pupils who have free school meals (FSM).

Warm Spaces

Find organisations that have opened or are opening up free, warm spaces for the public over this winter across Nottingham & Nottinghamshire.