Oldham Foodbank could 'run out of food and money'

Volunteers at Oldham Foodbank are appealing for urgent help after stocks reached unprecendented lows.

In January this year, the foodbank fed almost two thousand people in Oldham - an increase of 30% on the same time last year.

Staff also say stock intake levels are also 'dramatically lower'.

A combination of an increase in demand and a fall in donations now means that food stocks are now badly depleted.

"We are even running low on baked beans and pasta," says Father Tom Davis SSC, Parish Priest of St Margaret’s Church who also works full time at Oldham Foodbank.

"It is unheard of to run out of these items."

"We are now buying food to keep up with demand, and are only able to do so because of financial donations that have been made. My fear is that we could run out of both food and money."

A picture posted their website shows empty pallets in the formerly fully-stocked warehouse.

Father Tom says it's a worrying situation.

"A few months ago, each pallet was stacked on all sides six crates high with essential shopping items. Now, there is only empty space.

"We’re hoping to fill that space once again. This is an urgent appeal to supermarkets, businesses, community leaders, and of course the general public. Please help us to bring Oldham Foodbank warehouse back to its former glory."

Find out how you can donate food here

You can support the foodbank financially here

You can also fundraise for the Foodbank here

You can also contact the Foodbank on 0161 770 7007.

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