Poole Food Bank+
Our main hub is called Jimmy’s and is located St James’ Church Centre in Poole town centre. We also have a number of hubs open across Poole:
*Please note that we are unable to provide home deliveries from Poole Food Bank+ or our hubs.
- Bourne Community Hub, Northmere Road, Poole, BH12 4DY (Wed, 1pm-3pm)
- Calvary Pentecostal Church, Cromwell Road, Parkstone, BH12 2NS (Wed, 12pm-2pm)
- Poole Waste Not, Want Not (access from Hill Street, via rear of 70 High Street) (Mon – Fri, 10.30am – 3pm & Sat, 10.30am – 2pm)
- St Clement’s Church Hall, 55 Kinson Avenue, BH15 3PH (Mon – Fri, 11am – 12.30pm)
- St Gabriel’s Church Hall, Keysworth Road, Turlin Moor, Poole, BH16 5BH (Tues, 1.30pm – 3pm)
To receive help from the food bank you will need to be referred with a voucher from BCP Council below:
- BCP Crisis Advice Scheme – 01202 096622
Donating items:
You can stay up to date with our most needed food items on The Bank the Food App – this can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Food can be donated at the following supermarkets:
- Asda Poole Superstore, W Quay Road, Poole, BH15 1JQ
- Co-operative Food, Northmead Drive, Creekmoor, Poole, BH17 7XD
- Sainsbury’s Local, Orchard Plaza, 39 High Street, Poole, BH15 1EG
- Tesco Branksome, Poole Road, Poole, BH12 1AU
- Tesco Fleetsbridge, Waterloo Road, Poole, BH17 7EJ
- Tesco Tower Park, Yarrow Road, Mannings Heath, Poole, BH12 4NX
- Waitrose & Partners Parkstone, 311-313 Ashley Road, Poole, BH14 0AP
The Store
For large donations (larger than three carrier bags full) please take these to The Store – please see below to download more information on location and access details.
We need the following items:
- Pasta sauce
- Fruit
- Minced beef
- Shampoo
- Washing up liquid
- Nappies size 4/5/6
Find out how your support has helped the Food Bank to bring hope to our local community in our latest annual review.
Find out more about Poole Food Bank+ in the short video below.
Help and support at Poole Food Bank+
Emergency Food & Food Support
We provide food for as long as you need it, including fresh fruit and vegetables when available. Anyone can access the Food Bank however you need a voucher from the BCP Crisis Advice Scheme (see above) – if you have any difficulties with this, please speak with us.
We also run a school food voucher support scheme – if you think you need this, please speak with your school pastoral team.
Our Recipe Bags help families cook together and encourage children to try new foods. These include a recipe for cooking on a budget and all the ingredients needed to make it.
Homeless & Housing Support
Everyone is warmly welcome at Jimmy’s and our hubs across Poole. We believe everyone should have a place to call home. We listen to everyone’s story and take time to help. We signpost you for further advice and support where needed, especially to our friends at Shelter and Routes to Roots.
CMA Debt Advice & Budget Support
The CMA (Community Money Advice) team are based onsite and provide free debt advice and budget support.
We are affiliated to the national Community Money Advice network and authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
*Please note that we are unable to take any new referrals until further notice due to being up to capacity in Poole – please see below for alternative debt support.
School Holiday Activities & Crafts
We know school holidays can be tough with the extra mouths to feed and finding activities to do. We provide free activity and craft packs to help keep young ones entertained at no extra cost.
Women’s Clothing
We work closely with local social enterprise, Wardrobe Foundation, who provide quality and personalised clothing to women in need of clothing support.
Bespoke gift bags are created for each individual referred, clothes are selected for each individual’s size, style preference and need.
Signposting & Support
We have good relationships with local organisations such as Citizen’s Advice, Shelter, housing departments and the DWP. People from these organisations often drop in to our cafe area at Jimmy’s, where you can grab a hot drink and chat with them.
We will also help you to connect with other advice and support as needed. Please feel free to speak with one of our team about anything you feel may help.
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Poole Food Bank+ News & Events
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Alistair Flies off to Complete the Great North Run!
What an exciting 20th anniversary it’s been so far! With 120 guests joining us on Bournemouth Pier for a celebration breakfast in June, our great cake giveaway and now our CEO is in a
Food Banks Need Regular Food Donations to Keep up with Need
With working individuals and families needing emergency food for the first time over the last few years, our Food Banks are busier than ever before. We are finding that households may be working multiple
CEO of Hope into Action UK Visits New BCP Home
“Faithworks have a key strategic role to empower Christian social action across the BCP area and where there is such a huge housing need.” – Jon Kuhrt, CEO, Hope into Action UK Thank
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