Story:Andrew Birtwhistle
Burngreave ‘Food Bank’ opened on 18th June 2012. It is run by volunteers at the Rock Christian Centre, Carlisle Street and linked to a UK-wide network of over 200 food banks.
It is clear evidence that many people are struggling to provide food for themselves and their families. Many people in Burngreave live below the official poverty line. A crisis can happen when there is a benefit delay, loss of work or an unexpected bill. Burngreave Food Bank covers people living in S3 or S4 and aims to provide emergency food for 3 days.
How does it work?
Food donated by the public is sorted and packed by volunteers. Social workers, doctors or community organisations identify families in need and issue a voucher, which can be exchanged for food. Volunteers can also offer a cup of tea and a listening ear.
Burngreave Food bank is based at Rock Christian Centre 75, Carlisle Street, S4 7LJ and is open between 2pm and 4pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday afternoons.
We depend on support from the community so, if you want to help, please contact us at the Food Bank or by email to info@burngreave.foodbank.org.uk. Or see us at our food collection days at Tesco on 8th and 9th August. There is more information on our web site at http://www.burngreave.foodbank.org.uk.