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.

How to get support

Join our current initiatives to help support our community

Graphics advertising the DF4TA reverse advent calendar

Reverse Advent Calendar 2026

This winter, join us in making a difference with our Reverse Advent Calendar. Each day, instead of receiving a treat, add an item - such as food or essentials - to your box. By the end, you’ll have a collection ready to support DF4TA and our partner food projects.

Reverse Advent Calendar

Adopt a Shelf

We’re inviting local businesses to support individuals and families in our local community by helping us fill our new Resource Centre.

Adopt a Shelf

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

17 Sept 2026

Remarkable Smiles Pearl Joins Adopt a Shelf

We’re so pleased to welcome Remarkable Smiles Pearl to the Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance Adopt a Shelf campaign!

17 Sept 2026

Remarkable Smiles Central Joins Adopt a Shelf

We’re delighted to welcome Remarkable Smiles Central to the Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance Adopt a Shelf campaign.

16 Sept 2026

Resource Centre Launch - What a fantastic day!

Yesterday we opened the doors to our new Resource Centre – and what a day it was! We were absolutely delighted to welcome around 100 guests from across Derby, including our amazing food partners,…

16 Sept 2026

Reverse Advent Calendar is back for 2026

100 DAYS TO CHRISTMAS! And there are just 51 DAYS until our Reverse Advent Calendar begins!

28 Aug 2026

Bank Holiday Closure

The DF4TA phoneline and our partner services will be closed on Bank Holiday Monday 31st August

26 Aug 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.

18 Aug 2026

Corporate Volunteers Making a Difference at Our Chellaston & Shelton Lock Community Hub

Over the last few weeks, we’ve been delighted to welcome a number of fantastic volunteers from MWH Treatment to our Chellaston Shelton Lock Community Hub.