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A Path to Pantry

Join Trust House Bury on their journey to developing their food pantry model

Trust House - A Path to Pantry

Welcome

In these pages you will find the story of how Trust House Bury developed their food pantry model. It gives an overview of what they have learned and how they successfully operate their food pantry, looking at the various differences, challenges and benefits to this approach. We hope that in sharing their journey, it can be a useful resource for local food banks in the Bury Community Support Network who are considering making the transition to becoming a food pantry. Should you wish to find out more about any of the information in these pages, Trust House Bury is happy to be contacted at info@trusthousebury.org

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The following information provides details on some of the key learning points that Trust House Bury have come across in the last two years. It is in no way exhaustive, and each group will tailor the support they offer to their own communities.

What is a Food Pantry?

This section outlines what a food pantry is, and some key benefits.

Food Stories

We hear lots of great stories about the difference that our food pantry makes to our visitor’s and their families. It is always great to see people benefiting from this service and to see how it can impact on whole families.

Setting up a Food Pantry

Useful resources regarding sourcing food and equipment, as well as policies and procedures.

Sustainability, Recipes and Seasonal Produce

How to promote seasonal eating and sustainability, as well as sharing cost effective recipes with your service users.

Healthy Start

How to encourage service users to take up Healthy Start vouchers and some hints and tips and tips on how to accept them as payment.

Partnership Working

There are lots of great opportunities to link up with partners within your borough and in the surrounding area.

Challenges and Reflections

Transitioning into a Food Pantry has had a number of challenges for us at Trust House and it has been a huge learning curve. Each community is different and therefore different challenges will be thrown up. The following are some key challenges that we have found whilst adopting this model.

Related Pages

Bury Food Banks and Pantries

Bury Food Partnership

Last Updated: 24th Jan 2023, 15:49