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DCP News & Events
- The Tesco Winter Collection Starts This Week!
From Thursday 27th November through Saturday 29th November, County Durham and Sunderland Foodbank will be running collections at the following Tesco stores:
- Annfield Plain
- Langley Moor
- Consett
- Bishop Auckland
- Newton Aycliffe
- Gilesgate
If you’re popping in for your shopping, we’d be so grateful if you could stop by and donate an item. Even the smallest contribution makes a big difference and helps us make sure local families have the essentials they need throughout the winter months!
- Help Support Your Local Foodbank This Christmas
Help County Durham and Sunderland Foodbank spread festive cheer!
We’re collecting Christmas-themed donations for hampers to support local families in need this Christmas.
- Selection Boxes
- Mince Pies
- Christmas Pudding
- Christmas Cakes
- Chocolates
- Biscuits
- Tinned Salmon
- Savoury Nibbles
- Sweets
- Christmas Crackers
Please drop off your donations by Friday, 5th December to give us time to prepare and deliver them to our network of 35 foodbanks!
- Volunteers Needed for Tesco Winter Food Collection 2025
County Durham Foodbank is calling for volunteers to support this year’s Tesco Winter Food Collection, taking place on Thursday 27, Friday 28 and Saturday 29 November 2025, between 9am and 4pm.
We are in need of volunteers across three Tesco stores in County Durham: Chester-le-Street, Durham Gilesgate, and Newton Aycliffe.
Even a couple of hours of your time can make a huge difference. Volunteers can choose a shift that suits them — from just two hours to a full day — and help with tasks such as greeting customers, handing out shopping lists, receiving and sorting donations, and thanking shoppers for their generosity.
This is a great opportunity to get involved in your community, meet new people, and help support local families in need this winter. Families, friends, and colleagues are all welcome to take part.
If you’d like to volunteer or find out more, please contact: office@durhamcp.org.uk
Together, we can make a difference for those who need it most.
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