Foodshare
Welcome to Foodshare - Fighting Hunger, Nourishing Lives
​At Foodshare, our mission is simple but powerful: No one in and around Maidenhead should go hungry. Everyone deserves access to healthy, nutritious food, regardless of background or circumstances.
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We provide essential food provisions to individuals and families facing food insecurity, ensuring they receive not just tinned and packaged goods but also fresh fruits, vegetables, and nutritious meals whenever possible. Our goal is to supply at least three days’ worth of food, and we accommodate dietary needs, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and Halal options.
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As a registered charity, we rely on the generosity of individuals, businesses, and organisations in our community to continue this vital work. Join us in our mission to eradicate hunger in Maidenhead—whether by donating, volunteering, or spreading the word.
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👉 Explore our website to get involved, donate, or seek support.
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Together, we can make a difference.
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Our Journey: From Open Kitchen to Foodshare
Foodshare, formerly known as Open Kitchen, began in 2011 with a simple mission: to serve the homeless in our local community. However, it quickly became clear that hunger and food insecurity affect far more people than we ever imagined.
One moment that changed everything was meeting a mother who skipped meals so her children could eat. It was a heartbreaking reminder that many families in our community face impossible daily choices.
At the time, food banks were scarce, and many struggled to put food on the table. With limited resources, we started small—supporting just five families per week with essential food supplies.
Growing to Meet the Need
Fast forward to today, and we now provide food support to around 450 people each week. While we’ve grown significantly, our values remain the same: everyone deserves access to healthy, nutritious food.
To make this possible, we work tirelessly to source donations from local businesses and individuals, ensuring food is distributed fairly and sustainably. With the help of our dedicated volunteers, donors, and partners, we continue to make a real, tangible impact in the fight against hunger.
Join Us
We invite you to be part of our journey. Whether donating, volunteering, or spreading the word, you can help create a community where no one goes hungry.
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👉 Get involved today – together, we can make a difference.