Dear Friends and Partners, As we move towards the end of 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the year so far and to recognise the incredible collective effort across the East Riding in tackling food poverty…
The Together Hub – Pop-Up Pantry Coming to Gilberdyke!
Wednesday 28th January 1pm-3pmWar Memorial Hall, Conference Room We’re excited to announce the launch of The Together Hub, Gilberdyke’s new monthly pop-up pantry—bringing affordable food, friendship, and local support right to the heart of the village. Residents are warmly invited…
Two-Child Cap Axed: Big Boost for East Riding Families
The government’s latest budget has confirmed the abolition of the two-child benefit cap, marking one of the most significant welfare changes in nearly a decade. Families across the East Riding of Yorkshire are expected to see a substantial financial boost…
Communities Supporting Communities, One Tin At A Time
The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) are encouraging residents across the East Riding to support families experiencing hardship this festive season. Donation points for ERFPA will be available at East Riding of Yorkshire Council premises from Friday 28 November.…
Countdown to Kindness: Giving Back This Christmas
As the festive season approaches, many of us look forward to opening our Advent calendars each day and finding a little treat. But have you heard of the Reverse Advent Calendar? It’s a simple, heart-warming way to spread kindness and…
Free Recipe Packs Distributed to Support Healthy Home Cooking
In October, two East Riding community organisations teamed up with the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) to provide free sausage casserole recipe packs to local residents — helping families cook simple, nutritious meals at home. A total of 120…
New Advisor Service For ERFPA Food Banks
The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) is delighted to announce the introduction of a new General Advisor service operating directly within local food banks and pantries — a new initiative funded by Feeding Britain as part of their Pathways…
Community Pantries- Helping Households Through Affordable Food
More Than Food: Building Community Connections Community pantries are not just about affordable groceries. They are about building relationships. When residents come along to community panties, they are welcomed into a friendly, supportive space where they can: Through these connections,…
From Pantry to Plate- free recipe packs support East Riding families
East Riding Food Poverty Alliance Launches Recipe Pack Project to Support Local Families. The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) is helping households across the region cook healthy, affordable meals through a new recipe pack initiative. The project, funded by…
New Pop-Up Pantry Launches in Eastrington to Support Rural Communities
A brand-new Pop-Up Pantry has opened at Eastrington Village Hall, aiming to make food more accessible and affordable for residents in rural East Yorkshire. The project is proudly funded by the Two Ridings Community Foundation and supported by the East…