Welcome to
Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance
Think food. Think support. Think change.
Our Purpose
The Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance supports people in Derby who are experiencing food insecurity, through food provision, signposting, support and advice.
We partner with 17 food-based projects, including 6 community shops, community pantries, and traditional food projects. We also work with 30 local community meal-based projects.
Whilst we continue to meet the immediate need of food insecurity, our main focus is to support and signpost those accessing our services to tackle the root causes of their deprivation and poverty.
Getting Support
If you need assistance we can provide you with a range of support, including an emergency food provision.
Join our current initiatives to help support our community
Derby Community Lottery
Lotteries are a fun and effective way for causes to raise much-needed funds in these difficult times. By getting more people on board, they don’t just raise funds, they also raise awareness.
Adopt a Shelf
Over the next 3 months, starting from Monday 15th June 2026 until Friday 28th August 2026 we’re inviting local businesses to support individuals and families in our local community by helping us fill our new Resource Centre.
Struggling financially?
At DF4TA, we understand the importance of financial stability in achieving overall well-being. While we don’t provide direct financial assistance, we have gathered a list of trusted resources that can help you better manage your finances and navigate financial challenges.
Find out more
Latest News
4 Jun 2026
Volunteers’ Week – Celebrating Our Surplus Food Collection Volunteers
Today we’re shining a spotlight on our incredible Surplus Food Collection Team.
4 Jun 2026
DF4TA Update – Celebrating the people behind our work
As we celebrate Volunteers' Week, it's a chance to recognise the hundreds of volunteers who give their time across Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance.
3 Jun 2026
Could you spare a little time to support your local community?
We’re growing — and we’d love you to be part of it. At Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance, we’re looking for kind, reliable volunteers to join our amazing team across a range of roles.
2 Jun 2026
Volunteers’ Week – Celebrating Our Furniture & Electrical Volunteers
Today we’re celebrating the amazing volunteers who support our Furniture & Electrical Project.
1 Jun 2026
Volunteers’ Week – Celebrating Our Phoneline Volunteers
Today we want to say a huge THANK YOU to our incredible Phoneline Volunteers.
27 May 2026
A Huge Thank You to the Social Prescribers at Greater Derby Primary Care Network
We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to the amazing Social Prescribers across the Greater Derby Primary Care Network for organising and supporting a recent food drive across the surgeries they…
27 May 2026
A Huge Thank You to the Team at MWH Treatment
We would like to say a massive thank you to everyone at MWH Treatment for organising a fantastic food drive in support of our community.
22 May 2026
One city. Four walks. Six hours.
On 7th June, Derby Uncovered are bringing together four of their guided walks into one epic route across the city — all in support of DF4TA.
21 May 2026
A Huge Thank You to Our Thoughtful Shop teams
We want to take a moment to recognise and thank our incredible Thoughtful Shop teams for all of their hard work, dedication, and compassion in helping make our community shop such a success.