Diamond Hampers – Hunger doesn't take a day off so neither do we

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meals to vulnerable families and individuals

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people helped with food hampers

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boxes shipped and delivered to support those impacted by the War in Ukraine

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rescued food destined for landfill (in tonnes)

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CO2 kg (PPM)

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£’s raised through grants and fundraising

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Families provided with further support for sustainability

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£’s of food saved from rotting in landfill

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meals generated from redirected waste

Our Mission

At our organisation, we are deeply committed to combating food poverty and eradicating the stigma that often accompanies the act of seeking assistance.

Our passionate team works tirelessly to minimise food waste by rescuing edible food that would otherwise end up in landfills and redistributing it to individuals and families in need.

We focus on empowering our community by equipping them with essential skills and tools that foster independence and sustainability in the long term.

Believing firmly in the philosophy of sharing the world’s resources, we prioritise a “hands up” approach that encourages growth and self-sufficiency rather than simply providing a “hand out.” In doing so, we strive to create a positive impact not only on people but also on the planet, fostering a healthier, more equitable future for all.

Join us in this vital mission to support those in need while nurturing our environment.

At Diamond Hampers, we understand that accessing food assistance can be a sensitive experience for many individuals and families, often stripped of the dignity they deserve.

Recognising this personal dignity gap, we took a compassionate and innovative approach: instead of traditional food bank services, we created a program that delivers thoughtfully curated food hampers directly to those in need.

This allows recipients to accept assistance in a more approachable and respectful manner, fostering a sense of pride and dignity.

What started as a modest initiative from my own home has blossomed into a thriving organisation, supported by a dedicated team of volunteers who are the backbone of our mission.

Together, we have proudly delivered over 530,000 meals to date, transforming lives and communities with every hamper we provide.

Join us in our commitment to empower individuals through nutritional support and compassion, one meal at a time.

The Pantry is where our mission is to create accessible opportunities for all to shop affordably while enjoying a diverse selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, and much more.

Our innovative approach has not only fostered a vibrant community space, but it has also significantly reduced the reliance on food aid within our local area. Originally, our aim with emergency food provision was to empower individuals to transition into a broader network of support tailored to their unique needs.

Understanding that some may struggle with confidence when reaching out for help, we proudly offer to assist in making those important connections on behalf of our beneficiaries. In our continued dedication to community well-being, we are excited to announce the expansion of our services with the introduction of our delightful Chatty Café, now operating six days a week.

Here, patrons can enjoy a selection of delicious hot and cold meals in a welcoming and safe environment, fostering connections and providing a sense of belonging.

We also recently added our Menopause Cafe sessions. Helping to empower and support women going through the Menopause. With toolkits, guest speakers and professional input.

Join us at The Pantry and be a part of our thriving community!

At our organisation, we are proud that through our initiatives to redirect fruit and vegetable waste, we are successfully saving approximately 25 tonnes each month.

This significant effort not only helps alleviate the burden of unnecessary waste that would otherwise end up rotting in landfills, but it also plays a crucial role in reducing the carbon footprint of our district.

Our commitment goes beyond just immediate waste reduction; we are deeply focused on fostering longer-term solutions that prioritise dignity, independence, and empowerment for all individuals in our community.

This vision is complemented by our other store, “The Attic – Affordable Living,” which offers a diverse range of products, allowing people to shop both affordably and independently. With the unwavering support of our incredible team of dedicated volunteers, we are determined to continue growing, thriving, and providing assistance to those who need it most.

Together, we are building a brighter and more sustainable future for everyone in our community.

Our brand new store – The Toy Chest will be opening in June 2025. This will be a place where you can access affordable baby and children’s items. Such as baby equipment, clothing, toys and much more. All monies raised in store will be used to fund clubs for the community. Clubs that will help to eliminate loneliness, bridge dignity gaps and bring people together over shared interests.

“Hunger doesn't take a day off, so neither do we”

Food hampers

We build around 20 – 40 emergency food hampers a week!

Our food hampers contain enough meals to last a week. This is inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner. This can vary dependant on donations and the contents can often vary but we certainly do our best to provide a good balance of foods.

Within them, we include fresh fruits and vegetables, refrigerated items and a variety of cupboard essentials.

care leavers

There are a large portion of young people that have left care with no family support and very little financial support from the government.

We are helping to provide essential food products, toiletries, kitchen essentials and other household items to those young people leaving care.

homeless

We are dedicated to supporting rough sleepers all across the district.

We provide food and supplies where needed to those that need it most!

Who we work with

We partner with other community groups, charities, Community Interest Companies, Councils & Government Agencies to help support people. These are some of the people we work with.