ERFPA would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Albert Hunt Trust for their recent grant in support of our work. This funding will help us continue our efforts to reduce food insecurity across our community, ensuring that individuals…
A Wage That Works: Tackling Poverty Through Fair Pay in East Riding
ERFPA calls for more employers to become accredited Real Living Wage employers The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) is calling on employers across the region to commit to paying the Real Living Wage, a move that could help reduce…
Deliver the Dinners Campaign Welcomes Free School Meals Expansion – But More Must Be Done
ERFPA calls for free school meals for every primary school child The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) has welcomed the Government’s announcement that, from September 2026, all children whose families receive Universal Credit will become eligible for free school…
Make your food go further
Top tips to reduce food waste and save you money during #FoodWasteActionWeek Food Waste Action Week 2026 is here, encouraging households, schools, and businesses across the UK to take simple steps to reduce the amount of food that goes to…
A collective thank you to all ERFPA members, volunteers, donors and supporters
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…