Chelmsford Foodbank

We believe that this is not OK. God loves each individual, has a good plan and purpose for their life, and does not want them to be hungry. We are called to bring Heaven to earth and there is no lack or need in Heaven. Trussell’s vision is to see an end to the need for Foodbanks in the UK. Foodbanks are about far more than food.

We have been incredibly blessed over the years by the support of the local community and have always had enough food. Donations of food are all taken to our warehouse (450A Beehive Lane CM2 8RN) sorted, stored and distributed to our centres from there.

In order to ensure people are supported through their situation, Trussell foodbanks work on a referral basis, and around 100 agencies in and around Chelmsford are able to make these referrals. We work hard to make sure the food is as easily accessible as possible, and should someone need food a good first access point is the Citizen’s Advice (01245 205579) The voucher system is all completely electronic making it immediate and straightforward.

When people access the Foodbank, they receive so much more than just their food. They are welcomed, accepted, listened to and signposted to organisations which may be able to help them address the underlying issues which they face. As a Christian charity, we believe God loves us and is interested in our situation and so we offer to pray for clients. Many who come leave feeling differently to when they arrived; they go away having had their dignity restored and hope revived. Many clients testify to not knowing what they would have done without the Foodbank.

To find out more please visit the Chelmsford Foodbank website.