There are 7 Foodbanks+, each one being a partnership between a church and Edinburgh City Mission.
We provide the system for professionals to refer those in need and the church volunteers organise the collections of fresh food from Fareshare as well as donations of tinned foods and other food items to pack and give out to those referred.
The ‘+’ in Foodbank+ is significant because the support given throughout our network has always been about more than food, it is about welcoming people into a community and providing whatever support each individual person needs, if they want our help. The “+” can also be seen as a cross signifying our belief that Jesus is the bread of life who gives fullness of life to those who trust in him.
In every Foodbank+ we have a team of people who sit down and have a cuppa and lend a listening ear to those who need help. Often we refer people to other services such as Christians Against Poverty, Your Home Visiting Support or even just local church activity groups and meals. We partner with Citizens Advice Edinburgh who provide energy support, advice and advocacy to any guests needing that help.
We also seek opportunities to pray with people when appropriate and very often our Mission Strengtheners and volunteers offer befriending and emotional support outside the Foodbank+ setting.
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Foodbank+ network
We partner with 7 churches who each run a Foodbank+ with us:
Bruntsfield Evangelical Church, Bruntsfield
Wilson Memorial Church, Craigentinny
Granton Baptist Church, Granton
Ebenezer United Free Church, Leith
Tron Kirk Gilmerton & Moredun Church, Moredun
Community Church Edinburgh (supported by Newington Churches Together), Newington
Lighthouse Central Church, Prestonpans

> The Storehouse
The Storehouse is Edinburgh City Mission’s food storage and distribution centre, generously supported by Len’s Self Storage at Sighthill.
Opened in response to Covid-19, it has now become a regular feature of our support for the Foodbank+ network, topping up their vital supplies through responding to the orders from the Foodbanks+ based on their weekly needs.
We are looking for more volunteers to get involved with our work in The Storehouse. Find opportunities here.
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Partner Churches
Bruntsfield Evangelical Church / Wilson Memorial Church / Granton Baptist Church / Ebenezer United Free Church / Tron Kirk Gilmerton & Moredun Church / Community Church Edinburgh / Lighthouse Central Church