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Falkirk Foodbank supports around 7,000 - 8,000 people each year with seven days’ worth of food per parcel, more than double the national standard.
Falkirk Foodbank was founded in 2012 after local churches recognised a growing crisis in food poverty within their communities. Realising that no single congregation could meet this need alone, church leaders formed an ecumenical partnership and affiliated with the Trussell Trust. With the support of Falkirk Council, volunteer training began and the first food parcel was distributed in December 2012.
Now operating from a single central warehouse and powered by over 80 trained volunteers, we deliver directly to people’s homes across Falkirk and surrounding areas. Our model ensures support reaches those who are housebound, isolated, or unable to access traditional foodbank centres. We partner with local health visitors, schools, social workers, and community organisations to reach those most in need, providing not just food but dignity, consistency, and practical support.
We are part of the Trussell Trust network but are not council-funded and remain entirely independent. Our foodbank is unique in offering delivery-only support and seven-day food parcels, making our provision one of the most comprehensive in Scotland. Our impact per person remains high and we continue to adapt to meet local need as it changes.