Instead of our usual Reverse Advent calendar, why not try the colour-in version? It's great fun for the kids, and saves your printer ink! Don't forget to share their masterpieces & tag @LutonFoodbank - there's a prize for the best one! Both versions at lutonfoodbank.org.uk/advent

It can be difficult or impossible to climb out of a crisis. Like many of our clients, Muhammad found things improving pretty quickly after just a little assistance. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

Help us stop hunger this Christmas with our Reverse Advent Calendar. Do it at home, at the office, or anywhere you can think of. Download yours today at lutonfoodbank.org.uk/advent

This #TrusteesWeek, we celebrate our Trustees! ​While they work diligently behind the scenes, their dedication is what allows our frontline team to focus entirely on ensuring no-one goes hungry in our town. ​We thank them all for their commitment to our community.

Luton is 60th most deprived of the 296 local authority districts — so only 59 places are more deprived than Luton, and 80% are better off. Please help ensure no-one in Luton goes hungry. lutonfoodbank.org.uk/donate-money/ If you're facing crisis, we may be able to help. Call 01582 725838.

Eric struggled to afford food after paying his bills, until he found this new way of stretching his budget. As a Food Club member, he gets 15 items a week for only £5. He enjoys the social interaction, as well as the independence of choosing his items. lutonfoodbank.org.uk/food-club

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Margaret has no living relatives, and was helped by more than just a food parcel. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Sam was in temporary accommodation, so we gave him food that could be prepared with limited facilities. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Jemima told us that a single food parcel helped turn her life around. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Maya came along to one of our wellbeing workshops, and says it really helped. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Tom saves money each week by using the tips he got in one of our workshops. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

Due to increased demand, we're kicking off next year's registrations now, with Early Bird tickets available for a limited time only. 🎉 Join Luton's brightest fundraiser! 🎉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/luton-food...

Is your school signed up for the Harvest Challenge? Always an exciting time, this year's challenge runs from 22 September to 17 October. We hope your school will rise to the challenge. For details, visit lutonfoodbank.org.uk/harvest or email [email protected]

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Ellie found it hard to afford fresh veg. She came to one of our workshops, and learned to grow her own! If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

YOU ARE INVITED! Join us at our Open Day. Find out about: * our mission to combat hunger in Luton. * how your support makes a real difference to local people. * our services and how we help those in need * how to get involved by volunteering or donating www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/luton-food...

We are hiring Information Signpost Advisor (Full time) £24,000 starting Role: Advice & support to Foodbank users. Are you compassionate? Organised? A great communicator? To find out more and apply, email [email protected] Applications close when the post is filled.

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Sophie found rising bills a problem. We put her in touch with all the right people & gave her helpful tips. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

Is your school signed up for the Harvest Challenge? Always an exciting time, this year's challenge runs from 22 September to 17 October. We hope your school will rise to the challenge. For details, visit lutonfoodbank.org.uk/harvest or email [email protected]

YOU ARE INVITED! Join us at our Open Day. Find out about: * our mission to combat hunger in Luton. * how your support makes a real difference to local people. * our services and how we help those in need * how to get involved by volunteering or donating www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/luton-food...

VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED (Asda, Wigmore) Food collection on Saturday 6 April. Can you spare 2 or 3 hours to help ensure no-one in Luton goes hungry? 9am-11am, 11am-1pm, or 1pm-4pm. If you can help, please contact [email protected] or 01582 725838 THANK YOU

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. Ravi learned how to make healthy meals on a budget, thanks to our workshops. This has helped him stretch his money till payday. If a crisis means you can't to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. With assistance from Luton Foodbank, Karen (47) got through a short-term crisis. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

Food Club provides affordable access to essential food items for those experiencing ongoing hardship. Darren (not his real name) is very glad he joined. For details, please email [email protected]

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. After losing his job, Jake found he couldn't afford both rent and food. Luton Foodbank was able to help. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] / 01582 725838

Chris Bacon will do the "24-hour Three-peaks Challenge" in August. This trek isn't just a test of endurance; it is a heartfelt effort to support Luton Foodbank’s role providing essential food supplies to those in need. Please support Chris at www.justgiving.com/page/chris-b... Thank you!

JOB OPPORTUNITY: WEEKEND COLLECTION CO-ORDINATOR (Casual role) Involves driving, lifting crates, and engaging with the public. Full UK licence required. No CV's will be accepted. Please email [email protected] for the full Job Description and Application Form. lutonfoodbank.org.uk/jobs/

Colour Run is about to begin! 😁

TROPHIES UP FOR GRABS! “Overall Winner” “Fastest under 16” “Runner with most sponsorship” “School with most sponsorship” “Biggest team” “Colour Run Superstar” for the person we judge to have achieved the BEST COVERING OF COLOURED POWDER! Join today: lutonfoodbank.org.uk/run

Colour Run 2025 is only 8 days away! If you haven’t booked your place in Luton’s brightest fundraiser, dash to lutonfoodbank.org.uk/run now. Maybe you’ll win the Colour Run Superstar trophy, awarded to the participant we judge to have achieved the best covering of coloured powder.

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. When his Tax Credits dropped, we put Liam in touch with @Luton_CAB, and helped feed him and his family. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] or 01582 725838

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. When things got tough for Claire, we invited her to a helpful workshop, and referred her to a holiday-camp provider. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] or 01582 725838

DEADLINE EXTENDED! You now have till Monday to qualify for free t-shirt, sunglasses, and medal, when you register for Colour Run 2025. Book your place in Luton's brightest fundraiser (Saturday 5 July) www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/luton-food...

NEWSLETTER for June 2025 is out now. Colour Runs, Essential Skills, Young Ambassadors, and more... lutonfoodbank.org.uk/luton-foodba...

Last few days to qualify for free t-shirt, sunglasses, and medal. Book your place in Luton's brightest fundraiser on Saturday 5 July - lhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/luton-foodbank-5k-charity-colour-run-tickets-1268914630819

Happy Eid to all of our friends and supporters.

We asked clients about their experience with Luton Foodbank. 36-year-old Emmanuel faced difficulties when seasonal work dried up. Luton Foodbank was able to give help and advice. If a crisis leaves you unable to afford food, we may be able to help. [email protected] or 01582 725838

#VolunteersWeek 2025 marks 12 years of saying thank you to our volunteers at Luton Foodbank for everything they do for the people of this town. Here at Luton Foodbank, we're especially grateful to these unsung heroes, without whom our work would be impossible. WE THANK YOU ALL!

OB OPPORTUNITY: OFFICE COORDINATOR CLOSING DATE: 26 May. No CV's. Please email [email protected] for the full Job Description and Application Form. Luton Foodbank is committed to equal opportunities. @lutoncouncil.bsky.social @unleashingme.bsky.social

NEWSLETTER for May 2025 is out now. Colour Run, Primary Schools Colour Run, our new Food Club project, and more... lutonfoodbank.org.uk/luton-foodba...

PRIMARY SCHOOLS COLOUR RUN - sponsored by Luton Rising (2-13 June) It's YOUR Colour Run for YOUR children at YOUR school. If your school isn't yet signed up, just email [email protected] - we'll provide everything you need to hold your own run.

VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED (Asda, Wigmore) Food collection on Saturday 3 May. Can you spare 2 or 3 hours to help ensure no-one in Luton goes hungry? 9am-11am, 11am-1pm, or 1pm-4pm. If you can help, please contact [email protected] or 01582 725838 THANK YOU

Please support Jamie Pardon, who's running in the London Marathon today. Your donation will help ensure no-one in Luton goes hungry. justgiving.com/campaign/Jamie

Jamie Pardon is running in tomorrow's London Marathon to raise funds for Luton Foodbank. If you can, please show your support for Jamie by donating via this link. justgiving.com/campaign/Jamie

Jamie Pardon, of Pioneer Learning Trust, is running the TCS London Marathon for Luton Foodbank in just two days’ time. If you can, please support this amazing effort by donating here: justgiving.com/campaign/jamie

This Sunday, Luton Foodbank supporter Jamie of Pioneer Learning Trust will do the TCS London Marathon to raise funds to help our work. Jamie has been training hard in all weather, so please show your support by donating via this link: justgiving.com/campaign/jamie

LUTON FOODBANK COLOUR RUN 2025 Special thanks to VolkerHighways for sponsoring this year's event. Tickets available now! Join us for Luton's brightest fundraiser on Saturday 5 July in Wardown Park. Find out how to enter at lutonfoodbank.org.uk/run

VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED We need help with distribution, every Wednesday, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm. To volunteer, please complete the form at lutonfoodbank.org.uk/volunteer/ THANK YOU!

Our April newsletter is out now. Visit lutonfoodbank.org.uk/luton-foodba... to read about recent campaigns and upcoming events.

PRIMARY SCHOOLS COLOUR RUN (2-13 June) It's YOUR Colour Run for YOUR children at YOUR school. If your school isn't yet signed up, just email [email protected] - we'll provide everything you need to hold your own run. See one of last year's runs: youtu.be/rMsLJwLpV_c Sponsor: Luton Rising

HAVE YOU EVER DONATED TO LUTON FOODBANK? Please tell us about it in our ONE-MINUTE SURVEY. forms.office.com/e/vd2G83RPvU Thank you!