The cost of living crisis in the UK has seen unprecedented demand for the foodbank. Demand increased by an alarming 60% in the last 12 months to its highest level in the 9 years since the charity started. The foodbank has provided three days of emergency food to 4290 adults and 2400 children. An increase of 2525 adults and children fed compared to 2021-2022.
We are also still recovering post COVID pandemic. Many referral agencies remained closed and / or teams and working practices have significantly changed so we have lost touch with many. We continue to build those bridges, however the majority of referrals come via Fylde Borough Council (971 out of 2606). Grateful thanks for all the support they have given.
During the year the foodbank provided support for many asylum seekers locating in Fylde. The families arrived with no recourse to public funds so were grateful for assistance the foodbank was able to give.
If you would like to read our 2022/23 Annual Report in full, you can download a copy here.
Fylde Foodbank is extremely grateful for all the support we have received throughout the year.