Asda Foundation Launches New Fund to Support Local Foodbanks Opens 15th July

Opening 15 July 2025, the Asda Foundation is launching a new £400,000 Foodbank Fundamentals Fund to support food distribution services in response to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Local not-for-profit groups that help get essential food and hygiene products to those most in need can apply for grants of up to £750. This includes food banks, community pantries, social supermarkets, soup kitchens, and breakfast clubs.

Who Can Apply?

• Must be a not-for-profit organisation
• Annual income must be below £250,000
• Must have governing documents
• Must have a safeguarding policy
• Must have a bank account in the group’s name (that accepts cheques) and be able to provide proof

Note: If multiple branches or sub-groups exist in the same community, only one can receive funding.

What Can the Grant Be Used For?

• Essential food (including baby food and formula)
• Basic hygiene items (such as nappies, baby wipes, toiletries)
• White goods (e.g. fridges, freezers)
• Storage and essential fittings (containers, shelving)
• Fuel costs for delivering food to isolated community members

Apply Early!

Applications will be accepted from 15 July 2025 at 10:00am until 29 July 2025 at 10:00am.

Please note: Due to high demand, the fund may close early, so groups are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

More information on the Asda Foundation website

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