Organisation: Aston & Nechells Foodbank
Aston & Nechells Foodbank
We are one of 10 Trussell trust affiliated Foodbanks in the city. We help in emergencies those who cannot afford to buy food. We principally serve Aston B6, Nechells B7 and Saltley / Ward End B8 areas, but working through partner agencies we will provide food parcels for anyone in crisis need.
Pathways Covered
Overview
Aston & Nechells Foodbank
We provide emergency food parcels using red vouchers issued by our referral partners at all three distribution centres. In addition we provide signposting support to try and help clients find long term solutions to their food poverty issues.
What we do
We are one of 10 Trussell Rust affiliated Foodbanks in Birmingham. We distribute emergency food parcels 3 times every week in B6 - B7 - B8 but will help anybody who comes with a code or a red voucher from one of more than 150 partner agencies. We help families and people of all ages and backgrounds. See www.astonnechells.foodbank.org.uk
Where we do it
There are three locations for Aston & Nechells Foodbank
St Matthews Church 63 Wardlow Road, Nechells, Birmingham B7 4JH, open on Mondays 12 noon to 14:30
Ward End St Elim Church St Margaret's Road, Ward End, B8 2BA, open on Wednesday 13:00 to 15:00
The Salvation Army Centre, Gladstone Street, Aston, Birmingham B6 7NY, open on Friday 12:30 to 15:30
How to access
HOW TO GET HELP
If you need help from our foodbank there are a few simple steps to follow.
THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP IS TO GET A FOODBANK VOUCHER.
In order to provide the most appropriate help for the circumstances of your situation we work with local agencies. If they feel you are struggling to put food on the table, they will issue you with a foodbank voucher. The local agency can also provide long term support if needed to help address some of the issues behind the reasons for your crisis. Agencies we work with include: Citizens Advice, housing support officers, children’s centres, health visitors, social services and some local charities.
1. GET IN TOUCH WITH US.
If you call or email our foodbank we can talk through your situation and put you in touch with a relevant local agency. During the COVID-19 outbreak, some local agencies are still open, or Birmingham Settlement can be reached by telephone. Details are below.
2. ARRANGE A VISIT TO THE REFERRAL AGENCY.
They will discuss your situation and supply you with a foodbank voucher where appropriate.
3. BRING YOUR FOODBANK VOUCHER TO YOUR NEAREST FOODBANK CENTRE.
Aston and Nechells Foodbank is available once a week only at each of the following locations: St Matthews, Nechells (Monday); The Hubb, Ward End (Wednesday); The Salvation Army, Aston (Friday). If you need to access the Foodbank please ensure you come to the right place for that day. You can find a list of our local centres and opening times here. Everyone who comes to the foodbank for emergency food needs to have a valid foodbank voucher. When you arrive, we’ll welcome you with a warm drink and our trained volunteers will chat with you about your situation. We’ll also discuss any dietary needs you may have and exchange your foodbank voucher for a parcel of three days of emergency food. We’ll also help to support you in any other ways that we can. Most of our foodbank centres offer a cafe style environment and our aim is to provide non-judgemental support at the point of crisis.
If you have any further questions our FAQ’s page may help, or feel free to give us a call.
Overview
We are one of 10 Trussell Rust affiliated Foodbanks in Birmingham. We distribute emergency food parcels 3 times every week in B6 - B7 - B8 but will help anybody who comes with a code or a red voucher from one of more than 150 partner agencies. We help families and people of all ages and backgrounds.
What we do
The foodbank was there when we really needed it, it was an absolute lifeline.”
We don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
Where we do it
St Matthews Church, 63 Wardlow Road, Nechells,Birmingham B7 4JH, open Monday 12:00 to14:30
Ward End St Elim Church, St Margaret's Road, Ward End, B8 2BAopen Wednesday 13:00 to 15:00
The Salvation Army Centre, Gladstone Street, Aston, Birmingham B6 7NY open Friday 12:30 to14:30
How to access
GET HELP
HOW TO GET HELP
If you need help from our foodbank there are a few simple steps to follow.
THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP IS TO GET A FOODBANK VOUCHER.
In order to provide the most appropriate help for the circumstances of your situation we work with local agencies. If they feel you are struggling to put food on the table, they will issue you with a foodbank voucher. The local agency can also provide long term support if needed to help address some of the issues behind the reasons for your crisis. Agencies we work with include: Citizens Advice, housing support officers, children’s centres, health visitors, social services and some local charities.
1. GET IN TOUCH WITH US.
If you call or email our foodbank we can talk through your situation and put you in touch with a relevant local agency. During the COVID-19 outbreak, some local agencies are still open, or Birmingham Settlement can be reached by telephone. Details are below.
2. ARRANGE A VISIT TO THE REFERRAL AGENCY.
They will discuss your situation and supply you with a foodbank voucher where appropriate.
3. BRING YOUR FOODBANK VOUCHER TO YOUR NEAREST FOODBANK CENTRE.
Aston and Nechells Foodbank is available once a week only at each of the following locations: St Matthews, Nechells (Monday); The Hubb, Ward End (Wednesday); The Salvation Army, Aston (Friday). If you need to access the Foodbank please ensure you come to the right place for that day. You can find a list of our local centres and opening times here. Everyone who comes to the foodbank for emergency food needs to have a valid foodbank voucher. When you arrive, we’ll welcome you with a warm drink and our trained volunteers will chat with you about your situation. We’ll also discuss any dietary needs you may have and exchange your foodbank voucher for a parcel of three days of emergency food. We’ll also help to support you in any other ways that we can. Most of our foodbank centres offer a cafe style environment and our aim is to provide non-judgemental support at the point of crisis.
If you have any further questions our FAQ’s page may help, or feel free to give us a call.
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The Salvation Army Centre - Gladstone Street, Aston, Birmingham, B6 7NY Everyone who comes to the foodbank for emergency food needs to have a valid foodbank voucher. Aston & Nechells Foodbank - Ward End Elim Church, St Margaret's Road, Ward End, Birmingham, B8 2BA St Matthews Church open 12:00-14:30 Mondays St Elim Church open Wednesday 13:00- 15:00 Salivation Army open 12:30-14:30 Important - The Foodbank is not open outside of these times for each location. In order to get help from our foodbank, you will need a voucher issued by local agencies. Aston & Nechells Foodbank - St Matthews Church, 63 Wardlow Road, Nechells, Birmingham, B7 4JH - 07384 213621 (or 0121 359 0801