FoodbankHelp needed at The Alsager FoodbankWe have been advised that the number of people now needing the foodbank in Alsager is growing. A peak is expected in numbers after Easter.
We aim to provide food for a minimum of 3 days up to a maximum of 5. You won’t always have everything listed below, so please substitute with what you have, bearing in mind what we’re trying to achieve. It’s a good idea to think about how you could use what’s in the foodbox to cook meals for yourself. People may not be able to build up a complete parcel, but if they can, it will help ease the work for the foodbank knowing that a parcel
already represents a single person / couple / family of 4. Once complete, the parcels can be taken to the foodbank - through the metal gate between the community church and the community support centre. If an item(s) has not been able to be purchased, leave a note on the parcel saying what is missing One or Two item donations
We all need to stay inside now to help save lives which means we have less places to donate items of food. You may have struggled to get items of food to donate due to shortages! We would like to help you get food to us safely We are open for donations to be dropped off on Tuesday and Thursday mornings 10.00-12.00 if that is not suitable ring us on 07743 659906 or email alsager Foodbank@aol.co.uk to make mutually convenient arrangements or leave it in Asda or Sainsbury's collection points, just one or two items when you are doing your weekly shop will make all the difference to local people who are being referred. |
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Food lists for
A Single PersonBox contents for a single person
1 Pack of tea or coffee 1 Bag of sugar On odd numbered weeks 1 Carton of UHT milk 1 Box of cereal 1 bottle of squash or juice 1 packet of biscuits Lunches/ Snacks 2 tins of soup (1 chunky if available) 3 tins of either baked beans or spaghetti (or combination) 1 tin of tuna, salmon or mackerel 1 Instant noodles or 1 packet of instant pasta 1 packet of Cuppa soup 1 packet of microwave or dried rice 1 packet of Savory biscuits 1 jar of meat paste 1 jar of jam or marmalade Choose 4 or 5 main meals from the following depending upon what we have 1 bag of pasta 1 jar of pasta sauce 3 tins of meat product (meatballs, Irish stew, curry, spag bol etc) NO MEAT PIES 1 tin of potatoes or 1 packet of instant mash 2 tins of veggies 1 tin tomatoes Desserts 2 from the following 1 tin of rice pudding 1 tin of fruit 1 packet or tin of custard 1 single serving dessert (depending on availability) Toiletries 1 toilet Roll On odd numbered weeks please give out toothpaste, soap or shower gel, shampoo, shaving items, sanitary protection for ladies Pet Food Dog or cat food as required |
A CoupleBox contents for a couple
1 Pack of tea or coffee 1 Bag of sugar Only on odd numbered weeks 2 Carton of UHT milk 1 Box of cereal 1 bottle of squash or juice 1-2 packet of biscuits Lunches/ Snacks 3 tins of soup any varieties 1 pack of cuppa soup 2 tins of baked beans 2 spaghetti, ravioli or macaroni cheese (or a mixture) 1 tin of tuna or salmon and 1 tin of sardines 2 packets of either: Instant noodles, instant pasta 1 jar of Jam Choose 4 or 5 main meals from the following depending upon what we have 1-2 bags of pasta/spaghetti 1 jar of pasta sauce 3 tins of meat products (meatballs, chicken in white sauce, pie, chilli etc) 1 tin of potatoes or 1 packet of instant mash 3 tins of veggies 2 tins of tomatoes 1 bag of rice(if low in rice please substitute pasta) Choose 2 desserts from the following 1 tin of rice pudding 1 tin of fruit 1 jelly 1 packet or tin of custard 1 packet of angel delight 1 tinned sponge pudding Toiletries 2 toilet rolls On odd numbered weeks please give out toothpaste, soap or shower gel, shampoo, shaving items, sanitary protection for ladies Nappies and baby products as needed Pet Food Dog or cat food as required |
A Family of 4Box contents for a family – we need to take into consideration the number of children, so the quantities below are for a family of 4 (If family larger than 4 please adjust accordingly)
1 pack of tea or coffee or hot chocolate 1 Bag of sugar On odd numbered weeks, unless larger than family of 4 3-4 Cartons of UHT milk 2 box of cereal 1 bottle of squash and carton of juice if available or 1 large bottle of squash 2 packets of biscuits and something as treat, choc, sweets, crisps depending on what’s available Lunches/ Snacks 6 tins of soup – the same variety if possible or 4 and 2 6 tins of baked beans or spaghetti or macaroni cheese (or any combination of) 1 tin of tuna or salmon and 1 tin sardines, pilchards or mackerel 2 packets of instant noodles or pasta 1 jar of jam and 1 jar of peanut butter or choc spread (If available and no known nut allergies) 1-2 packets of cuppa soups Choose 4 or 5 main meals from the following depending upon what we have 2-3 packs of pasta/spaghetti 2 jars of pasta sauce 3 tins of chopped tomatoes 6 tins of meat (meatballs, chicken in white sauce, pies, stewed steak, corned beef etc) 2 tins of potatoes or 2 packets of instant mash 4-5 tins of veggies 1 bag of rice (if not available give extra pasta) Desserts 2 or 3 from the following 1 tin of rice pudding 2 tins of fruit 1 packet or tin of custard 1 packet of jelly 1 packet of angel delight 1 tinned sponge pudding Toiletries 3 toilet rolls On odd numbered weeks please give out toothpaste, soap or shower gel, shampoo, shaving items, sanitary protection for ladies. Toothbrushes as you think required Nappies and baby products as needed Pet Food Dog or cat food as required We also give Families items bought on the day 1 loaf of bread 1 box of eggs Along with items from the fridge Cheese Butter/Spreads |