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.
Call line volunteers needed
We take on average of 350-400 calls a month. We are looking for volunteers to help cover 3/4 hours a day on Tuesdays Wednesdays and Thursdays between 10am - 4pm.
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
22 Apr 2026
Central Storage Unit move a success thanks to our amazing volunteers
A small army of volunteers came together to help us pack up and move our Central Storage Unit — and we are honestly blown away.
8 Apr 2026
We’ve received £1,335 from Electrical Safety First
We’ve received £1,335 from Electrical Safety First to help us safety-test and supply more donated fridges, freezers and fridge freezers to local people rebuilding after crisis.
2 Apr 2026
Our School Uniform Hub is Now Open
We’re pleased to share that the School Uniform Hub at The Thoughtful Shop in Derby Market Hall is now fully set up and ready to support local families.
27 Mar 2026
3 Weeks at the Thoughtful Shop
We’re now three weeks into opening The Thoughtful Shop in Derby Market Hall, and we’re so pleased to say things are going really well.
25 Mar 2026
Celebrating 6 years of Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance
On 25th March, we celebrate 6 years of Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance. What started during the uncertainty of the pandemic — as a response to support our community when it needed it most — has grown…
21 Mar 2026
Thank you to the incredible teams at Derby Theatre and Front Door Theatre
A huge thank you to the incredible teams at Derby Theatre and Front Door Theatre for bringing something truly special to our families this weekend
12 Mar 2026
A big thank you to Pick Everard
Today we were delighted to welcome Alex and the team from Pick Everard, who popped into Derby Market Hall to drop off a fantastic donation.
10 Mar 2026
Fantastic first day at The Thoughtful Shop!
Today we officially opened The Thoughtful Shop inside Derby Market Hall, and what a wonderful first day it has been.
27 Feb 2026
Volunteers Needed – The Thoughtful Shop
The Thoughtful Shop, part of Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance, is looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our team supporting local families with food and school uniform.