Donation points open across East Riding to help families this Christmas
Residents encouraged to support food banks and tackle hunger in the community
Residents across the East Riding of Yorkshire are being encouraged to help families facing difficult times this Christmas by donating to the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA).
From this Friday, 28th November, donation points will be available at East Riding of Yorkshire Council buildings, including leisure centres, libraries, and multi-service centres such as Hornsea Hub. Other locations include Bridlington Spa and South Cliff Caravan Park.
The ERFPA, supported by the council and funded through the Household Support Fund, has provided more than 360,000 meals to people in crisis over the past year. The organisation works with food banks across the region to ensure help reaches those in need.
A wide range of items can be donated, including:
Tinned goods, cereals, pasta, rice, snacks, and tea and coffee
Non-food essentials such as toiletries, household items, and pet food
Residents can also support by volunteering their time to help with food sorting, packing, or distribution, or by making a financial contribution to the ERFPA.
Councillor Lyn Healing, cabinet member for communities and public protection, highlighted the importance of the initiative, saying: “The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance plays a key role in supporting the vulnerable across our communities, and we’re proud to support their vital work.
“We encourage residents to get involved and help out this Christmas, and throughout the year.”
Jo Ramsay, chair of the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance, added: “Here in the East Riding of Yorkshire, hunger often hides in plain sight. It affects neighbours, colleagues, and families across our region.
“Your support helps us provide not just food, but hope, dignity, and a lifeline to those facing hardship in our communities.”
For more information about how to support the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance, visit your local donation point or contact the council for details.