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
13 Jul 2026
Community Partner Spotlight: Amazon
This week we’re shining a spotlight on Amazon.co.uk and @Markleek and the EMA1 team for their continued support of Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance through our Adopt a Shelf campaign.
10 Jul 2026
A huge thank you to Morrisons Derby for joining our Adopt a Shelf campaign
We are delighted to welcome Morrisons Derby as one of our Adopt a Shelf Partners, helping us fill the shelves in our new Resource Centre and support local families across Derby.
3 Jul 2026
Help Build Our Resource Centre
Our new Resource Centre is giving us the opportunity to do things we've never been able to do before. Over the coming months, we'll be transforming different areas of the building to create dedicated…
3 Jul 2026
DF4TA School Uniform Hub is returning for 2026!
We're delighted to be partnering with Derbion for the fourth consecutive year to help local families access school uniform ahead of the new academic year.
1 Jul 2026
New Warm Welcome Hub Now Open - Chaddesden
We’re excited to share that our newest Warm Welcome Hub is now open in Chaddesden in partnership with St Andrews Academy .
19 Jun 2026
Growing More Than Food – Thank You to Our Amazing Allotment Volunteers
Over the last few months, our incredible allotment volunteers have been hard at work preparing for another growing season.
19 Jun 2026
A special thank you to Sal's Shoes for once again supporting the DF4TA School Uniform Hub with a generous donation of school shoes.
18 Jun 2026
Introducing our first Founding Shelf Partner – Amazon!
We’re incredibly excited to share that Amazon and the EMA1 team have become the first business to join our Adopt a Shelf campaign and has helped us begin filling the shelves in our new Resource…
8 Jun 2026
As demand for food support continues to rise across Derby, we are asking local businesses, organisations, schools and community groups to join us in helping stock our new Resource Centre.