Local Food Banks - Information and Opening Times

Christian Food Help

St. Austin's Catholic Church Community Hall, 82 Wolverhampton Road, Stafford, ST17 4AW

We provide food directly to established community support organisations and food banks who serve the public.

We can provide short term support to local individuals and families in need. Please contact St. Austin's Catholic Church or the email below, if you have a need.

Non-perishable food only.

Contact

christianfoodhelp@gmail.com

Please see the Christian Food Help website for further information.


Elim Hope Food Bank

Elim Hope Church, The Ark, Sash Street, Stafford, ST16 2PS

We offer emergency parcels in partnership with Local Schools, Charities and Healthcare Services on a short-term referral or discretionary basis.

We provide non-perishable food items and toiletries. We also have a small selection of essential 'moving-in' items for people who may be new to the area and in need of essential items.

Contact

If you need help from the food bank you will need to be referred by one of our partner agencies. For more details on how to do this and times we are open, please call 01785 242373 or email socialaction@elimhope.church

Please see the Elim Hope Church website for further information.


Hearts and Hands Stafford 

Jupiter House, Drummond Road, Astonfields Industrial Estate, Stafford, ST16 3HJ

Hearts and Hands offer free food hampers on a short-term basis to those who find themselves in financial stress.

Any requests should be made via their website using the ‘Request Food Hamper’ button.

Contact

admin@heartshands.uk

Please see the Hearts and Hands Stafford website for further information.


Holmcroft Youth and Community Centre

Newland Avenue, Stafford, ST16 1NL

In partnership with Harvest Community Church, Holmcroft Youth and Community Centre provide emergency supplies of food to residents in the North End of Stafford.

Opening Times

  • Tuesday -10am to 12noon
  • Wednesday - 10am to 12noon

Contact

01785 226871 or admin@holmcroftycc.org

Please see the Holmcroft Youth and Community Centre website for further information.


House of Bread

43 Browning Street, Stafford, ST16 3AX

Opening Times

The House of Bread food bank is open 24/7 for both members of the public and professionals. 

Café43 is the charity’s on-site café and has the following opening times:

  • Monday - 12noon to 2pm
  • Wednesday - 12noon to 2pm
  • Thursday - 12noon to 2pm

Type of Food Available

  • Fresh
  • Dry/Packaged
  • Frozen
  • Prepared

Contact

01785 243492

info@hobstafford.co.uk

Please see the House of Bread website for further information.


Rising Brook Baptist Church

Burton Square, Stafford, ST17 9LT

Opening Times

  • Wednesday - 10am to 12noon
  • Thursday - 10am to 12noon
  • Friday - 10am to 12noon

Elevate Centre, Auden Way, Stafford, ST17 9TX

Opening Times

Tuesday - 10am to 12 noon

Types of Food Available

  • Fresh
  • Dry/Packaged
  • Prepared

Contact

01785 214750

church@risingbrook.org

Please come to the Outer Foyer.

Please see the Rising Brook Baptist Church website for further information.


Salvation Army

Faraday Road, Stafford, ST16 3NQ

The food bank runs on a Monday evening between 5.15pm and 6pm.

Contact

01785 257676 or stafford@salvationarmy.org.uk

Please see the Salvation Army website for further information.


Staffordshire Community Hub

Opening Times

Surplus Food Shop, 18 Gaolgate Street, Stafford, ST16 2BQ

  • Tuesday - 10am to 4pm
  • Wednesday - 10am to 4pm
  • Thursday - 10am to 4pm
  • Friday - 10am to 4pm

Stone Community Hub

Frank Jordan Centre, Lichfield Street, Stone, ST15 8NA

Opening Times

  • Monday - 10am to 3pm
  • Tuesday - 10am to 3pm
  • Wednesday - 10am to 3pm
  • Thursday - 10am to 3pm
  • Friday - 10am to 2:30pm

Type of Food Available

  • Fresh
  • Dry/Packaged
  • Frozen
  • Prepared

Contact

Jane Harding

manager@stonecommunityhub.com or 01785 812417

Please see the Stone Community Hub website for further information.


If you would like your details added to the list of Local Food banks, or you are aware that the above details have changed, please contact the Housing Options Team on housingadvice@staffordbc.gov.uk.

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