Where else can I access free food and support?
We very much hope that you are able to request surplus food from a neighbour via Olio!
However, in addition to Olio you might find the following services useful to access food:
UK:
Trussell Trust has network of over 400 foodbanks across the UK and it provides food, help and support to people in need. Find a food bank
Food Cycle cooks and serves 850 tasty, hot meals a week to people in need a week. Find a meal
Next Meal is a site that directs people to nearest charities that provide food and support. Find a meal near you
Samaritans is a free service where you can talk with someone about your mental health. Speak to someone at Samaritans
Gov.uk provides an opportunity to check if your child can get free school meals. Once you enter your postcode you can find out how to apply on your local authority’s website. Apply for free school meals
Independent Food Aid Network is a network of independent, grassroots food aid providers working together to ensure food security for all. They have mapped 834 independent food banks operating across the UK. Read more
Feeding America has a nationwide network of food banks, which altogether serve 4.3 billion meals each year all over the US. You can find the nearest foodbank by entering your zip code. Find a food bank
Food Pantries is directory of Food Banks, Soup Kitchens, and non-profit organizations committed to fighting hunger. Find a food pantry near you
SWEDEN:
Stadsmissionen helps people in need get food, shelter, and access to shower and laundry facilities. They also provide long-term support. Find out more
Redcross provides help for the homeless by offering a soup kitchen once a month with warm food and clothes. In winter months they open a shelter where it’s possible to get help and food every night. Find out more
MEXICO:
Alimento Para Todos – El banco de alimentos independiente más grande del País. Recuperaman alimentos y bienes básicos en desuso que aún son aptos para el consumo y uso humano, para entregarlos a personas que viven en pobreza. Para más información.
Solo por Ayudar Banco de Alimentos– El Banco de Alimentos busca apoyar a la población más desprotegida con el abasto de productos básicos de alimentación y salud. Actualmente se apoya mensualmente con 4, 690 toneladas a más de 60,000 personas de más de 105 instituciones de beneficiencia y zonas marginadas. Para más información.