Food poverty

Lenka, our food hero, and the Healthy Start Voucher campaign

Posted March 4, 2020

Lenka plays a vital role in promoting Healthy Start Vouchers, helping improve the diet of pregnant women and children under four who are living on...

Local food projects: Society’s glue

Posted February 19, 2020

The Real Junk Food Project is a shining example of why a local food project is about much more than just food.

Go for Gold Food Grants

Posted February 5, 2020

Neil Smith Gold Food Grants are open - community food projects can apply for up to £850 to work with children, families & young people.

Where to donate food, money or time at Christmas

Posted November 12, 2019

Find out where you can donate food, money or time over the festive season.

New report shows increased food bank use, including from local families

Posted October 15, 2019

This report shows a record number of food banks distributing over 20,000 food parcels a year, with a worrying increase in demand from families. 

Local families miss out on thousands of pounds in unclaimed healthy food vouchers

Posted September 11, 2019

The Healthy Start Voucher campaign helps eligible families in the city access up to £900 per child to spend on milk, fruit and veg.

Understanding the story of food poverty and food insecurity in our city

Posted May 29, 2019

Volunteer and researcher Tilly Paz shares her insight into food poverty and food insecurity in Brighton & Hove after working on the latest Joint Strategic...

A new Community Fridge for Whitehawk

Posted February 21, 2019

A second Community Fridge has been launched in Brighton & Hove to help fight food waste and food poverty.

The Food Partnership guide of where to donate & emergency food this Christmas

Posted November 28, 2018

Find out how you can donate, volunteer or access food this holiday season.