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They are community organisations and you\u2019ll usually need to get a referral to a food bank before you can use it. You might be able to use some food banks without a referral - for example, if it\u2019s run by a local faith group. They also give out essential items too, such as toilet roll and soap. A lot of the items are donated, but the organisers and charities also buy food to provide.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAsk everyone to think of any questions you may want to ask at the foodbank. You could use the \u2018Food bank facts\u2019 to plan some questions to ask.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOn the day of your visit, gather everyone together in a safe place and give a safety briefing. You could introduce the volunteers you\u2019re meeting or tell everyone what you\u2019re going to do. 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For example, they could collect or sort donations, run a fundraising event, volunteer to sort donations or make a collection point at the meeting place.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ol\u003E","gtmId":"","gtmClass":""},{"gridType":"accordion","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","showExpand":false,"items":[{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAll sorts of people use food banks for lots of different reasons.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPeople may suddenly need to use a food bank because of an unexpected event, for example, a house fire, losing their job, an illness, or a natural disaster like a flood.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.trussell.org.uk/news-and-research/latest-stats\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Latest stats (Trussell Trust)\u0022\u003EIn 2019\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E, the Trussell Trust found that 1 in 7 people at their food banks are in employment (or live with someone who is).\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ELots of people at Trussell Trust food banks are single parents or have a health issue. This can put pressure on their budgets and makes it harder for them to access (and stay in) the workplace too.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFood banks promote their services differently.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFood banks may use the internet, social media, posters or newspapers to promote themselves.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EPeople may be referred by social workers, doctors, or the \u003Cspan\u003E\u003Ca rel=\u0022noopener\u0022 href=\u0022https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/food-bank/using-a-food-bank/\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 title=\u0022Using a Food Bank (Citizens Advice)\u0022\u003ECitizens\u2019 Advice Bureau\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/span\u003E.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow does the food bank you\u2019re visiting promote their services?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESome food banks are independent, some belong to wider initiatives.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFor example, some are part of the Trussell Trust\u2019s network.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIs the food bank you\u2019re visiting part of a bigger organisation?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFood banks get food from lots of different places.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EAs well as donations, some food banks are linked to supermarkets or catering suppliers that donate food that would otherwise be wasted.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhere does the food bank you\u2019re visiting get its food from?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDifferent food banks have different rules.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome might not accept donations of fresh food or alcohol.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome food banks provide essential non-food items, such as toiletries and period products.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome independent food banks may accept self-referrals, but in general, most food banks only accept referrals from professionals, such as doctors, social workers, health visitors and school staff.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhat can\u2019t people donate to the food bank you\u2019re visiting? Do they provide non-food items?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow do people get to use the food bank? Can they self-refer?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFood banks offer a variety of services too.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome food banks deliver food.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESome run holiday clubs, budgeting courses, or other projects to address the causes of poverty in their community. Others signpost to other organisations that offer services.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EDoes the food bank you\u2019re visiting offer any other services?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFood banks face a variety of challenges.\u003C/strong\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EIf lots of people are affected by something at once (for example, a flood), food banks can come under strain as lots more people than usual need their help.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EFood banks often see an inconsistent amount of donations throughout the year, for example, they might get loads at Christmas then not as many in the new year. This can mean they\u2019re short of essentials at different times.\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EWhat challenges does the food bank you\u2019re visiting face at different times of year? What are they struggling with right now?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EHow could you be most helpful to your local food bank at the moment?\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E","label":"Facts about food banks"},{"gridType":"accordionItem","gtmId":"","gtmClass":"","body":"\u003Cp\u003EThis activity may touch on sensitive topics, such as food, money or food banks, which some young people or their families might be affected by.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EIt\u2019s important to create a safe, positive and supportive space where everyone feels comfortable. Let everyone know it\u2019s okay to ask questions, say if they feel unsure, or step away at any time. Always follow the \u003Ca href=\u0022https://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/staying-safe-and-safeguarding/safe-scouting-cards/safeguarding-code-of-conduct-for-adults-yellow-card/\u0022\u003EYellow Card\u003C/a\u003E.\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou might need to make adjustments, such as:\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cul\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ETell people about the activity in advance\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003EOffer the option to leave or do an alternative activity\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ESpeak with parents or carers beforehand\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003Cli\u003ERemind everyone they can talk to a trusted adult if they\u2019re upset or worried\u003C/li\u003E\n\u003C/ul\u003E\n\u003Cp\u003EYou can offer trusted support services if needed, such as Childline (0800 1111) or Citizen\u2019s Advice (0808 223 1133). 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