Dumfriesshire Foodbank

Dumfriesshire Foodbank Our foodbank provides a minimum of 3 days emergency food and support to local people in crisis. 13 million people live below the poverty line in the UK.
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Dumfries and Galloway is currently ranked 17th highest out of 32 Scottish council areas with regards to levels of poverty being experienced, with some locations within Dumfriesshire in the top 5% of areas of multiple depravation. The population of Dumfries and Galloway also suffers from levels of ‘extreme fuel poverty’ above the Scottish average. This highlights these areas as being on a par with

some of the most disadvantaged urban areas in Scotland. These factors contribute to the increase demand on foodbanks. We are offering a holistic approach to individuals who access the foodbank to help them overcome any barriers and challenges that may encourage dependency on the service. We have created a relaxed environment where, regardless of circumstances, individuals can access the service, and find the help they need. The foodbank will be run by volunteers and Apex staff who will assist our clients in the initial process of preparing and receiving the food parcels and also helping to identify further help that may be needed.

Address

77-79 Friars Vennel
Dumfries
DG12RF

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+441387256310

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13 million people live below the poverty line in the UK. Dumfries and Galloway is currently ranked 17th highest out of 32 Scottish council areas with regards to levels of poverty being experienced, with some locations within Dumfriesshire in the top 5% of areas of multiple depravation. The population of Dumfries and Galloway also suffers from levels of ‘extreme fuel poverty’ above the Scottish average. This highlights these areas as being on a par with some of the most disadvantaged urban areas in Scotland. These factors contribute to the increase demand on foodbanks. Our foodbank provides a minimum of 3 days emergency food and support to local people in crisis. We are offering a holistic approach to individuals who access the foodbank to help them overcome any barriers and challenges that may encourage dependency on the service. We have created a relaxed environment where, regardless of circumstances, individuals can access the service, and find the help they need. The foodbank will be run by volunteers and Apex staff who will assist our clients in the initial process of preparing and receiving the food parcels and also helping to identify further help that may be needed.