Together, we stand united against food poverty
The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) is a partnership of food charities, voluntary and community sector organisations. The Alliance aims to identify the actions needed to improve local support for people living in food poverty across the East Riding of Yorkshire.
ERFPA was set up in June 2020 and is supported by Community Vision (formerly ERVAS), who act as the locally trusted organisation for the alliance. In line with our Strategic Plan ERFPA registered as a charity with the Charity Commission in 2023.
Many residents across the East Riding face severe financial hardship and multiple inequalities such as low pay, limited employment opportunities, gaps in skills, and poor health. The ongoing cost of living crisis has intensified these challenges, increasing demand for food crisis support. ERFPA provides joined-up, holistic support to help people through immediate crisis and towards longer-term stability.
Our current five year strategy is based upon the 4 P’s: Prevention, Protection, Participation and Pathways.
Prevention of Poverty
- Specialist advice worker within food hubs to generate income maximisation
- East Riding as a Living Wage place
Protection from Poverty
- Own the reality of food poverty
- Sustainable and sufficient food for all
- Holistic food hubs & delivery support
Pathways from Poverty
- Best start & education
- Family inclusion
Participation
- Solidarity and systematic change
- Social inclusion & collaborative working
- Referral pathways