Food in a crisis
We all need food. Sadly for too many people a financial crisis makes even obtaining food impossible. Our foodbanks provide short term support while the crisis is resolved. Each year we provide enough food to feed over 25,000 for 3 days – around 8.500 of those are children.
Freedom from the burden of debt
Resolving debts improves people’s health, mentally and physically, and can transform lives and family relationships. On average people come to us with £8000 of debt. We can help them to avoid eviction, get the benefits they’re entitled to, and in most cases become debt free.
Energy support in times of crisis
Ensuring people have access to warmth and energy. On average people who turn to us are facing the impossible choice between heating or eating. We help them stay connected to their energy supply, avoid self-disconnection, and keep their homes warm
- Facts & Figures
24,838 The number of emergency food parcels given to people in crisis in 2024.
The main reasons for people needing emergency food are low benefit income (36%), and delays (18%) or changes (16%) to benefits being paid.
In 2024 Durham Christian Partnership’s network of 37 foodbanks distributed over 238 tonnes of food which helped to feed those most in need in our communities. Thank you to everyone who donated.
Durham Christian Partnership’s money advice service helped clients tackle a total of £3.7 million in debt in 2024.
- Case Studies
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