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Emergency food services

Explore how to get help with accessing food

1) Emergency help with food

Apply for Discretionary Support

The Blackpool Discretionary Support Scheme can help with food for anyone in a crisis situation.

No cash payments will be made.

The type of help available may include:

  • Referral to a food bank for a food parcel
  • Referral to a local children’s centre
  • Arrangement to top up emergency supply of gas or electric
  • Non-refundable travel warrant for emergency travel
  • Referral to another agency

2) Frontline Partner Distribution

We collaborate with over 120 local charities and organisations to ensure that aid reaches those who need it most.

See who we supply below: 

Note: this is not a definitive list. 

Please click below to find out where to access support

 

WHERE TO ACCESS SUPPORT FOR FOOD OUTSIDE THE BLACKPOOL AREA

Our Mission in Action

Each programme at The Big Food Project plays a crucial part in our mission to reduce waste, feed our community, and build a brighter future for all. Whether you’re interested in donating, volunteering, or becoming a member, join us in making a difference today.