News
2 May 18
New Bin At Budgens in Bidford
On Saturday May 5th our volunteers will be at Bidford library for the launch of the new building, 9:00 – 12:30 (followed by Irish dancing!) We’ll be on hand to discuss the Foodbank in conjunction with the placing of a new collection bin in Budgens supermarket at Bidford. This is a great opportunity for local people to see how we work […]
2 Apr 18
Foodbank Referral Partner Workshop
Stratford Foodbank is holding a lunchtime training session for referral agency partners on Friday 4th May 12.30pm at Foundation House, Masons Road in Stratford. A warm welcome is extended to any Stratford based organisation supporting those in crisis who would like to know more about accessing emergency food parcels from the Foodbank. The session will […]
2 Apr 18
A Little Behind The Scenes Film
Ever wanted to know what goes on behind the scenes at the Foodbank? Last weekend we have some much needed remodelling of the inside of our distribution centre. This work was funded by local property developers, Rosconn, a long time supporter of the foodbank. Check here to see our video.
26 Mar 18
Everyman Cinema Bunny Raffle Results
As we’ve mentioned in a previous post throughout the month of March the Everyman Cinema in Bell Court has been running a raffle to coincide with the new Peter Rabbit film. Well the raffle winner was drawn earlier today and you can see the results on the Everyman Facebook Page. Winners will be contacted. The Everyman […]
25 Mar 18
Town’s Foodbank coping well with growth in demand
Over 40 people attended Stratford Foodbank’s AGM on Thursday March 15th. The event was attended by the Mayor, councillor Victoria Alcock, who thanked the Foodbank Trustees, Manager and volunteers for all that they do to make the service available to those in need in the town. Trevor Lloyd Adams, the Foodbank’s Treasurer, shared details of […]
12 Mar 18
Peter Rabbit Foodbank Promotion at The Everyman Cinema
One of our volunteers, Philip Coldicott, spotted a perfect opportunity to raise funds for the Foodbank when he saw that The Peter Rabbit movie was coming to the Everyman Cinema this month. Phil happened to have a giant fluffy Peter Rabbit teddy in pristine condition at home and donated it to the Everyman so that […]
19 Feb 18
Thanks to Sims Metal Management
Big shout out to the staff at Sims Metal Management who donated several boxes of foods into our warehouse today. We get so much support from local businesses and donations are always greatly received. Thanks very much!
13 Feb 18
Annual Pride of Stratford Awards on Friday 9th Feb 2018
Great news – we were awarded the Community Impact Award at the annual Pride of Stratford Awards on Friday 9th Feb 2018. A few of our volunteers were at the ceremony and received the award on behalf of *all* the volunteers and donors who are the life blood of Stratford Foodbank. We were also fortunate […]
27 Jan 18
Big Thanks To The Rosconn Group
We’ve been fighting a recurring leak on the warehouse since late Autumn. Every time we think we’ve sorted it out, the heavens open and water finds a way in. It’s been very frustrating! So last week the people at Rosconn, a local property development firm, very kindly paid for a company to professionally seal the […]
12 Jan 18
Have you ever used our Foodbank?
Have you ever used our Foodbank? We’d love to gather some stories about how our support helps. If you have a story to share please email [email protected]. A couple of lines is all we need. We’ll keep your identity confidential.