Todmorden Food Drop In

09/06/2026

Living in Todmorden and feeling the squeeze from the cost of living crisis? You’re not alone - and we’re here to help!

Every second Saturday of the month, the dedicated Tod Supportvolunteers pop over to lend a hand - whether it’s warm bedding, a school uniform, appliances, or baby essentials, they’ll do their best to help you get what you need🍼

So, if you’re looking for a friendly face, a listening ear, or just someone to remind you you’re not in this alone? Swing by Tod College - no appointment needed, just drop in on the following dates:

* 13th June
* 11th July
* 8th August
* 12th September
* 10th October
* 14th November
* 12th December

If you or someone you know could use a little extra support, reach out to our team at [email protected] - they’re always happy to help.

03/06/2026

✨Volunteer Week Spotlight✨

Meet Ian, one of our Saturday legends! He brings a big heart and tonnes of energy every week. Want to know why he volunteers? Read his Q&A below to find out!

If you’re interested in joining the team, visit www.todfooddropin.org/contact/ to sign up and make a difference. Maybe you’ll be on our next ‘Meet the volunteers’ post!

19/05/2026

Schools across Calderdale are gearing up for the spring half term (22nd May - 5th June)

To make sure every family has what they need for a fun-filled break, we're sending out a friendly call to action: rummage through those cupboards or pop an extra treat in your weekly shop📝

Some of the most-needed items include tinned fruit, cereal, pasta, tinned meals and healthy snacks. Every donation helps keep kids full, so they can focus on what they do best: playing, not worrying about dinner time!

Did you know? In 2025, families with children received almost two thirds (62%) of food parcels from Trussell Group - and half terms always bring a spike, since school programmes many families rely on are shut, too 🍎

Know of any half term kids’ clubs or family activities to help lighten the load? Share them in the comments below - let’s help each other out!

Want to drop off donations? Just swing by on Fridays (9am–12pm) or Saturdays (9am–11am)

If you're a local business wanting to help the community and have useful products, reach out to us on Facebook or via our website https://todfooddropin.org/contact/ - we're always grateful for any support

06/05/2026

Living in Todmorden and feeling the effects of the cost of living crisis? You’re not alone - and we’re here to help!

Every second Saturday of the month, the dedicated Tod Support volunteers pop over to lend a hand - whether it’s warm bedding, a school uniform, appliances, or baby essentials, they’ll do their best to help you get what you need🍼

So, if you’re looking for a friendly face, a listening ear, or just someone to remind you you’re not in this alone? Swing by Tod College - no appointment needed, just drop in on the following dates:

- 9th May
- 13th June
- 11th July
- 8th August
- 12th September
- 10th October
- 14th November
- 12th December

If you or someone you know could use a little extra support, reach out to our team at [email protected] - they’re always happy to help.

04/05/2026

Are you looking for a space you can grab a cuppa, fill your belly, or somewhere you can socialise? 🫖

A range of groups and charities host weekly drop-ins across Tod to ensure the community has access to food and a familiar face!

If we've missed off any initiatives, do comment or drop us a message, and we'll get the calendar updated - thank you 🙂

29/04/2026

28/04/2026

Feeling the pinch from rising energy bills or need some welfare advice? You’re not alone - and there is help available🏠

Tom from Disability Support Calderdale is here to help - whether it’s advice on welfare, housing, challenging eviction notices, or finding extra support when every penny counts. He’s got a knack for sorting out tricky situations, and everything you share stays completely confidential.

If you could use a bit of support (or just a friendly chat), drop in on the first Saturday of the month:

- 2nd May
- 6th June
- 4th July
- 1st August
- 5th September
- 3rd October
- 7th November
- 5th December

Got a skill for advocacy or a passion for helping out? We’d love to hear from you! Message us on Facebook or reach out via https://todfooddropin.org/contact/

22/04/2026

For many months, we've been generously receiving dog food donations from Mabel's Meals, a Calderdale charity dedicated to providing food banks with pet food, making sure no furry friend in Tod and the surrounding areas misses out on dinner time🐾

Since teaming up, Mabel’s Meals has dished out 50 meals a month - ensuring there are no empty dog bowls on their watch!🐶

They're at Tod College every fourth Saturday of the month:

- 25th April
- 23rd May
- 27th June
- 25th July
- 22nd August
- 26th September
- 24th October
- 28th November
- December - TBC

If you're a local charity or business wanting to do your bit for the community and can spare a few items, do drop them off on Fridays, Saturday 9 - 11am, or drop our team a message for longer term partnerships at https://todfooddropin.org/contact/

21/04/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend? Join the Three Valleys Gospel Choir this Sunday (26th April) as they celebrate their 18th Birthday with uplifting music and cake, of course!

The concert starts at 2:30pm at St Mary’s Church, where you can listen to some of Calderdale’s amazing voices, and treat yourself to a delicious piece of cake and a brew!

Tickets are just £10 (concessions and children's tickets available). Every ticket supports our food drop in service, which can be purchased at Visit Todmorden or via https://www.3valleysgospelchoir.org.uk/dbpage.php?pg=book&id=312870

16/04/2026

Got some space on your shopping list? Or a few spare minutes to declutter your kitchen? With just a few extra items, you could help make a difference to someone's life🥫

Lately, some of our most-requested items have been hard to find or simply too pricey for our donation budget. So, we're calling on our lovely community for a helping hand:

- Tinned meat meals
- Toiletries
- Tinned fish
- Cereal
- Biscuits

We welcome any long-life cupboard staples, tea, coffee, sweet treats and toiletries. Check out our full wishlist here: https://todfooddropin.org/about-me-card/

Want to drop off donations? Just swing by on Fridays (9am–12pm) or Saturdays (9am–11am)

If you're a local business wanting to help the community and have useful products, reach out to us on Facebook or via our website https://todfooddropin.org/contact/ - we're always grateful for any support