Breadline Project

Welcome to the Breadline Project: A Harmony of Hope in Banbury Welcome to our very first blog post! At the Breadline Project, we believe that access to fresh, nutritious food is a basic human right, not a privilege. Since we opened our doors in December 2021, our mission has been simple: to support our neighbors with dignity, love, and zero barriers. What Makes Us Different? We know that a sudden drop in finances can happen to anyone. That’s why we operate on a "Zero-Barrier" model: No Membership Fees: Unlike other models, we don’t charge you just to join. No Paperwork: We require no vouchers, no referrals, and no ID. Total Accessibility: Everyone is welcome, regardless of their circumstances. How the Pantry Works We collect surplus food from local partners like Sainsbury’s, Tesco, and M&S that would otherwise go to waste. Suggested Donation: We kindly suggest a £3 donation per visit (or £4 on Saturdays) to help us keep our wheels turning and our shelves restocked. Bring a Bag: To help us stay sustainable, we always ask our visitors to bring their own reusable bags. Looking Ahead: Expanding Our Reach Thanks to our incredible community and partners like CN Glass, & JDE we are currently working on a community welcome space and exploring "Neighborhood Pop-Ups" to bring the pantry directly to you. Visit Us We are located at 4 Cherry Road, Banbury, OX16 0RL. Tuesdays: 11 AM – 1 PM Thursdays: 5 PM – 6:30 PM Saturdays: 10 AM – 12 PM Thank you for being part of our journey. Together, we are ensuring that no one in Banbury has to face the pinch alone.

How JDE is Helping the Breadline Project Grow Since 2021, the Breadline Project has operated with a simple belief: food is a basic human right. We are proud to be Banbury’s zero-barrier pantry, where there are no membership fees, no paperwork, and no questions asked. But staying "zero-barrier" requires incredible support.

 

This month, we are celebrating a massive boost from our local partners at JDE (Jacobs Douwe Egberts), whose team has stepped up to help us serve our neighbors better. A Welcome Expansion Thanks to an incredible £3,000 monetary donation from JDE, we are moving forward with the expansion of our "welcome space". This structural upgrade will make our pantry at 4 Cherry Road more inviting and supportive for the 400+ families we assist every month. More Fresh Food, Less Waste Storage is one of our biggest challenges. JDE has generously donated two essential freezers, which allow us to rescue even more fresh surplus produce and meat from going to waste. This means more variety for our visitors and a bigger impact on reducing local food waste. Neighbors Helping Neighbors Beyond financial support, the JDE team has been getting stuck in! Their staff have joined us as volunteers, working alongside our team to organize stock and help members during our sessions

 

 

 

 

BreadlineProject.org is a compassionate organization dedicated to fighting hunger and supporting those in need. They focus on providing nutritious food solutions and advocating for food security in vulnerable communities. Through various initiatives, they aim to increase awareness and encourage action to combat food insecurity. Their commitment to making a positive impact is evident in their collaborative efforts and community outreach programs. Ultimately, BreadlineProject.org strives to create a world where no one goes hungry.