Join the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance
Be Part of a Powerful Network Fighting Food Insecurity
The East Riding Food Poverty Alliance (ERFPA) brings together charities, community groups, food banks, and social enterprises that are working to reduce food poverty and support local people across the East Riding.
Joining the Alliance is completely free — and it’s open to any organisation that provides food support or helps their community in ways that improve access to good, healthy food.
What Is the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance?
ERFPA is a collaborative network of local groups who believe that no one should go hungry.
Our members include food banks, community pantries, social supermarkets, charities, churches, and grassroots organisations — all working together to share ideas, resources, and support.
Through partnership, we can create long-term solutions to food poverty across our region.
Membership Requirements
To join the Alliance, your organisation must have the following policies in place:
Health & Safety Policy
Safeguarding Policy
Governing Document (such as a constitution or articles of association)
GDPR / Data Protection Policy
Equality & Diversity Policy
These ensure that all members uphold high standards of safety, fairness, and accountability when supporting their communities. ERFPA can support you to put these policies in place.
Benefits of Joining ERFPA
Becoming a member connects you to a network of organisations that share your mission — and offers a range of valuable benefits:
- Peer Support
Collaborate with and learn from other ERFPA members who understand the challenges and rewards of community food work. - Guidance from Our Food Bank Development Officer
Receive practical advice and tailored support to strengthen your organisation’s impact. - Promotion and Visibility
We’ll help promote your work through our social media channels and network updates. - Access to Stock Sharing
Benefit from opportunities to share or receive surplus food and other supplies between members. - Sharing Best Practice
Access shared resources, templates, and training to help your organisation grow sustainably and safely.
How to Join
Joining is quick and simple!
- Ensure your organisation has the required policies listed above.
- Complete our Membership Application Form (available via email or our website).
- Once reviewed, we’ll welcome you into the network and introduce you to your local contacts.
Email us at: Jodie.colgrave@communityvision.org.uk
Follow us: @EastRidingFoodpovertyAlliance
Together, We Are Stronger
By joining the East Riding Food Poverty Alliance, you’re helping to build a more resilient, connected, and compassionate community — one where everyone has access to good food and dignity.
Join today and be part of the solution.