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Why fair wages matter

fair wages

We are seeing a marked increase in the working poor coming to Colchester Foodbank for support. Many of these people work in Care. There’s one person that stands out in my mind.  I’ll call her Natalie. She is in her late 20s with a preschool aged daughter. She is studying Social Care at Anglian Ruskin […]

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2nd Lexden (St. Leonards) Cub Scout Group Celebrates Colchester Foodbank with Handmade Posters

Paula Stubbs, our Refocus Co-ordinator said: “I had the huge privilege of being invited to the 2nd Lexden Scout Cub Group to talk about what the Foodbank does and who we help.  When I arrived, the Cubs were making some wonderful posters about the Foodbank and asking people to help. There were loads of questions! […]

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80 and still going strong!

Phil from our Saturday team at Stanway had the big 80 on Saturday!!  

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New Shelf!

Men at work

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Armin Lange and Nikki Ranson appointed co-Directors of Colchester Foodbank

Armin Lange and Nikki Ranson have been appointed co-Directors of Colchester Foodbank following Michael Beckett’s resignation as CEO. Peter Tibber, Chair of the Foodbank said: “I and my fellow trustees are delighted to make this appointment. It follows a rigorous, open recruitment process. Nikki and Armin have, for several years, been key members of the […]

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Colchester Foodbank CEO Michael Beckett is stepping down

Colchester Foodbank CEO Michael Beckett is stepping down. Michael Beckett, CEO of Colchester Foodbank, is moving on to new challenges after nearly 7 years growing the charity financially, geographically and in volunteer numbers to meet increased demand. He will be succeeded by Armin Lange and Nikki Ranson as a job share. Michael leaves at the end […]

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Colchester Foodbank Centre Opening Times & Locations 2024

 FOODBANK CENTRE OPENING TIMES & LOCATIONS 2024   Foodbank Centre Day Session Times Location/Address Brightlingsea   Wednesdays Open 10:00am to 12:30pm   Brightlingsea Parish Hall, Victoria Place  Brightlingsea CO7 0BP01206 303902 07881703673 07970 480968 Colchester  Main Hub  Tollgate Monday to Saturday Open 10am to 2pm   Unit 3, Tollgate Retail Park, Stanway  CO3 8RG 01206 621998 […]

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Christmas and New Year Opening Times 2023

 

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10 Great Reasons to take part in Open Voice or to be a Community Inspirer

Open Voice Colchester

We are super excited to launch our Open Voice client engagement programme and our new Community Inspirer volunteer role. Research has shown that when people participate, have their say, share ideas, and shape positive change, it has numerous positive impacts.  Through participation in Open Voice and our Community Organising programme, we hope you may feel […]

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Colchester Foodbank receives the King’s Award for Voluntary Service

Colchester Foodbank’s hardworking volunteers receive the King’s Award for Voluntary Service. This is the highest award a local voluntary group can receive in the UK and is equivalent to an MBE. Well done everyone!

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