Drop in donations puts community pantry at risk
Summary
The St Paul's community pantry in Norton Lees, Sheffield, is facing closure unless it receives more donations of food and money. Demand for food support has risen sharply, while donations have decreased, making it hard to provide meals and food parcels.Key Facts
- The pantry has recently seen up to 204 people in one day needing food assistance.
- Donations of food have dropped, leading to empty freezers at the pantry.
- The Trussell Trust reported a 56% increase in food parcels given out in England in 2025 compared to 2019.
- The rising cost of food has reduced donations and increased demand for food banks.
- Food banks are helping families who must choose between feeding children and heating their homes.
- The pantry also offers help through cost of living and family support workers.
- The pantry provided school lunches during holidays but currently lacks food for upcoming school breaks.
- Volunteers are appealing for community help to keep the pantry running.
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