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Braintree Area Foodbank

Braintree Area Foodbank Impact Report 2025-26

Braintree Area Foodbank's Impact Report 2025-26 records 9,425 emergency food parcels distributed to over 2,800 people from 1,290 households - 61,297kg of food, enough for 106,713 meals - with need up 61% over five years.

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Braintree Area Foodbank is part of the Trussell network, providing emergency food parcels and support to people in crisis across the Braintree District of Essex.

Key Metrics

Food parcels 9,425 emergency food parcels were distributed to people in need across the Braintree District, a 61% rise over five years.
People supported More than 2,800 people from 1,290 households were supported throughout the year.
Meals provided 61,297kg of food was distributed in emergency food parcels, enough to make 106,713 meals.
Essentials given 23,085kg of toiletries, essentials and extra food items were provided alongside parcels.

Key Outcomes

  • Emergency food reached over 2,800 people facing hardship in the Braintree District.
  • 7,876 parcels were collected in person at centres offering a warm welcome and a listening ear.

Geography

East of England

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