Springwater Foodbank

Springwater Foodbank Supporting households in & around Sonning Common with food deliveries.

27/04/2026

We are in need of volunteers to drive and deliver food parcels.
It is usually Wednesdays or Fridays, and takes 1.5 hours, delivering in and around Sonning Common.
Depending how many people come forward it could be either a fortnightly or monthly commitment.
Please email foodbanksupport{at}springwaterchurch.org.uk and give us your number so we can call you back.
Thank you.

24/04/2026

🌟 Sonning Common Recognition Awards 🌟

Every community has people who quietly go above and beyond — now’s your chance to give them the recognition they deserve 💛

Whether it’s a dedicated volunteer, a kind neighbour, a local group, or an everyday hero, we’d love to hear about them!

👉 Submit a nomination here:
https://forms.office.com/e/LKssdgmXuG

⏳ Deadline: 5 May 2026

🏆 Awards will be presented at the Annual Parish Meeting
🗓️ Monday 18 May
⏰ 7:00pm
📍 Village Hall

Let’s celebrate what makes Sonning Common such a special place to live 🙌

Please share and help us recognise our local stars ⭐

24/04/2026

We did it! 💪 After years of campaigning, the government has announced major reforms to council tax collection: liability order fees capped at £100, longer timelines before enforcement, and promised new statutory steps councils must take. This is what happens when we come together to stand up for those facing poverty. 💚

What a great Life Skills session, looking at our overall health and wellbeing. We got creative making pinch pots from c...
31/03/2026

What a great Life Skills session, looking at our overall health and wellbeing. We got creative making pinch pots from clay, potting up plants to take home, including 'Nature', 'Learn something new' and 'Community' in our day is positive for mental health. Other things to include could be 'Get active' and 'Help Others'...

27/03/2026

Do you have a couple of hours a month to volunteer for the Foodbank?
Specifically we need someone who can drive and deliver donations a couple of Wednesdays daytime per month.
Please email foodbanksupport{at}springwaterchurch.org.uk and we'll give you more details.
Thank you

24/03/2026

The next 2 weeks we are delivering our Easter food parcels.
If you are able to add any extra Easter treats to your basket they would be appreciated, eg, hot cross buns, long life cakes and desserts, chocolate eggs.

We are also currently short of cereals and tinned vegetables.

We are aware that the government has stopped the financial support that children who receive free school meals were getting over the holidays, so many families will be struggling more to feed their children in the holiday period. So anything that makes a good family meal, eg pasta and sauces, tinned vegetables...

Thank you for your support.

24/03/2026

Henley CAP Debt Centre now covers Sonning Common area.
If you are struggling with any level of debt, this service is free and you'll have a personal coach to support you out of debt. There is no need to feel shame or embarrassment - around 1/3 of people are struggling this much with the current cost of living and carrying debts.

Call 0800 328 0006 to book a home visit.

Watch Sundays BBC Songs of Praise to hear more about the work of CAP - Christians Against Poverty UK

13/03/2026

Our shelves are looking very bare at the moment. We are aware that the Easter Holidays are coming up, and the government has stopped the additional vouchers that low-income families used to receive to cover the holiday period when they are not getting school meals provided.

If you are able to add something to your shop this week, we would particularly appreciate:
Cereal
porridge oats
tinned vegetables
long life milk - including dairy alternatives
tinned spaghetti
baking products
long-life desserts / cakes / rice pudding
cleaning products

Also, and sturdy plastic carrier bags you may have at home that you don't need.

Thank you for your support.

We really enjoyed our cooking session today, trying simple, healthy & budget friendly recipes that can be made in the a...
12/03/2026

We really enjoyed our cooking session today, trying simple, healthy & budget friendly recipes that can be made in the air fryer. A lot of the ingredients are those the clients would receive in their emergency food parcels, but don't always know what to do with.
Unfortunately we ate the chocolate chip cookies too quickly to take a photo!
My favourite was the chickpea popcorn. My kids love it!

Next week, Mar 9-14th, is Food Waste Action Week. This doesn't only make sense for your wallet and your time, but also t...
05/03/2026

Next week, Mar 9-14th, is Food Waste Action Week. This doesn't only make sense for your wallet and your time, but also the planet. Lets make sure we use what food we buy. Don't let it go off in the cupboard/fridge.
Top tips - before you shop...
- check the cupboards so you don't over buy
- menu plan, so you know you'll use whatever you buy
- only buy what you'll use - no bulk offers (which often only save a few pence anyway)
- make a list on the side of the freezer so you know what's in there
- use up leftovers and any random food in a meal before going to buy fresh

Visit Love Food Hate Waste for top tips.

If you are able to add something to your shop this week, we are particularly short of most things, specifically:Tinned...
23/02/2026

If you are able to add something to your shop this week, we are particularly short of most things, specifically:
Tinned vegetables,
Tinned meat,
Tinned fish
Baked beans
Cereal
Rice pudding
Sanitary towels
Size 5 nappies
Cleaning products

Thank you

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