Food Bank
At Raven House Trust, every piece of furniture you donate plays a crucial role in supporting families and individuals facing challenging times.
The sale of pre-loved furniture in our store generates essential funds that are directly used to purchase basic goods for food parcels. These food parcels provide vital assistance to those struggling to make ends meet in our local community.
Turning furniture into food
When you donate furniture to Raven House Trust, your generosity sets off a chain reaction of goodwill. Here’s how it works:
Furniture Donation: You donate quality, pre-loved furniture to our store.
Sales Revenue: We sell the donated items at affordable prices in our store.
Funding Food Parcels: The revenue generated from these sales is used to purchase essential food items.
Providing Aid: We distribute food parcels to families and individuals in need within the community.
What your donations help purchase
The funds raised from the sale of donated furniture are used to buy a variety of essential food items, including:
- Rice and pasta
- Canned vegetables and fruits
- Soup and sauces
- Breakfast cereals
- Baby food and formula
- Cooking oil and condiments
- Hygiene products and toiletries
These items form the core of our food parcels, ensuring that recipients have access to nutritious and balanced meals.
Combating food poverty
The cost of living crisis has left many families struggling to afford basic necessities. By donating furniture, you help us combat food insecurity and provide a safety net for those in dire need. Each food parcel we distribute offers relief and hope, helping families focus on other essential needs.
Community Impact
Your furniture donations have a profound impact on the local community. Here are a few ways they make a difference:
- Immediate Relief: Food parcels provide immediate assistance to families facing financial hardships, ensuring they have enough to eat.
- Long-Term Support: By consistently funding our food parcel program, we offer sustained support to those who need it most.
- Empowering Change: The availability of basic food supplies allows families to allocate their limited resources to other critical areas, such as housing, education, and healthcare.
How you can help
Donating Food to Raven House Trust
At Raven House Trust, we rely on the generosity of the community to help stock our food bank. Your donations provide essential support to families and individuals facing food insecurity in the Gwent and surrounding areas.
By donating non-perishable food items, you can make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need.
What Food Items Can You Donate?
We welcome donations of non-perishable food items that have a long shelf life and do not require refrigeration. These items include:
Canned Goods: Vegetables, fruits, soups, beans, and meats
Dry Foods: Rice, pasta, noodles, and couscous
Breakfast Items: Cereals, porridge oats, and granola
Baking Supplies: Flour, sugar, baking powder, and cake mixes
Snacks: Biscuits, crackers, and crisps
Condiments: Sauces, spreads, and salad dressings
Drinks: Tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and long-life milk
Other Essentials: Cooking oil, salt, pepper, and other spices
Please ensure that all donated items are unopened and within their expiration dates.
How to Donate Food
Drop-Off Locations
You can drop off your food donations at our designated collection points. Here are the details:
Email: Ravenhousetrust@gmail.com
Phone: 01633 762999
Visit Us: 276-278 Cromwell Road, Newport, Gwent NP19 0HT
Organise a Food Drive
If you are part of a community group, school, or business, consider organising a food drive to collect donations on behalf of Raven House Trust. This is a great way to involve more people in supporting those in need.
Corporate Donations
We also welcome bulk donations from businesses. If your company has surplus food items that are suitable for donation, please get in touch with us to arrange a drop-off or collection.
The Impact of Your Donations
Every item you donate helps us provide balanced and nutritious food parcels to those experiencing financial hardship. Your generosity ensures that families and individuals in our community have access to the basic food supplies they need to thrive.
Donate Furniture
Your pre-loved furniture can make a world of difference. If you have items you no longer need, consider donating them to Raven House Trust. We accept a wide range of furniture, including:
- Sofas and armchairs
- Dining tables and chairs
- Bed frames and mattresses
- Wardrobes and dressers
Volunteer Your Time
In addition to donating furniture, you can support our mission by volunteering. Whether helping in our store or assisting with the distribution of food parcels, your time and effort can significantly impact the lives of those we serve.
Spread the Word
Help us reach more people by spreading the word about our furniture donation program. Encourage friends, family, and colleagues to donate their pre-loved furniture and support our cause.
Together, we can make a significant difference.
Through your engagement—whether donating, purchasing, or volunteering—you become part of a larger movement.
Each transaction at our store does more than recycle goods; it feeds families and furnishes homes, creating a cycle of goodwill and sustainability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our food parcels typically include rice, pasta, canned vegetables and fruits, soup, sauces, breakfast cereals, baby food, formula, cooking oil, condiments, hygiene products, and toiletries.
Food parcels are distributed to families and individuals in need within the local community. We prioritise those facing financial hardship and food insecurity.
The frequency of receiving food parcels depends on individual needs and circumstances. Our goal is to provide ongoing support to those who need it most, ensuring they have access to basic food supplies.