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Latest updates and news from Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance.
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…
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.
18 May 2026
Another Huge Thank You to Amazon East Midlands Airport
Today we were incredibly grateful to receive another amazing donation of 6 pallets of stock from the team at Amazon East Midlands Airport
7 May 2026
We are incredibly grateful to Amazon for their recent donation of 6 pallets of stock to support our work.
2 May 2026
A big thank you to Martin’s Deli for popping by The Thoughtful Shop with a generous donation of fresh fruit and veg.
30 Apr 2026
Huge Thank You to Morrisons Derby
Following our recent move, we’ve faced a few logistical challenges which meant we weren’t able to place our usual online orders. With food stock…
28 Apr 2026
A Huge Thank You to Derby Hygiene Bank
Today we received a fantastic donation of hygiene and cleaning products for our Thoughtful Shop and we are so grateful.
22 Apr 2026
A Big Thank You to Community Champion Derby Derby Morrisons
We want to say a huge thank you to the amazing staff and customers at Morrisons Derby for supporting us through their token scheme.
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…
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.
19 Feb 2026
Thank you to the team at the new One Stop Wiltshire Road
Thank you to the team at the new One Stop Wiltshire Road for a donation of 30packs of Hot Cross buns.
7 Feb 2026
Derby Uncovered choose DF4TA to support at the upcoming Derby Farmer's Market
A huge thank you to Derby Uncovered for choosing Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance as the charity they’re fundraising for at the upcoming Derby Farmers’…
2 Feb 2026
A Huge Thank You to Alert Electrical
We want to give a very special shoutout to our amazing neighbours, Alert Electrical, for stepping in to support us when we hit another unexpected…
2 Feb 2026
THANK YOU – You got us back on the road
After the theft of our project van last week, we were overwhelmed by the kindness, shares, and messages of support from our community. What could have…
21 Jan 2026
Our hearts are glowing — just look at these gifts!
A huge thank you to everyone who donated toys at Derby Arena in support of DF4TA. Your generosity brought joy to local children over the festive…
21 Jan 2026
January donations roundup — thank you, Derby
Since getting back up and running, we’ve welcomed some brilliant donations. Your generosity keeps everyday essentials moving through our network so…
18 Jan 2026
Warm Clothing Donation Point in Derbion
In partnership with Derbion, we’re collecting clean, wearable coats, jumpers, hats, scarves and gloves at our Donation Station just outside…
16 Jan 2026
This week, the team at Derby Theatre brought over the food donated through their Reverse Advent Calendar, thanks to the generosity of their audiences…
9 Jan 2026
Huge thanks to Gareth and the Rolls-Royce plc Civil Large Engines LiveWell committee
They wrapped up our Reverse Advent Calendar with two trolley-loads of food and raised a whopping £1,700 through bake sales, a raffle and Christmas…
17 Dec 2025
Derby Arena Toy Appeal now live!
We’re blown away by the amazing support from Derby Arena, who are collecting toys for local children in partnership with DF4TA. This community spirit…
13 Dec 2025
£160 raised at the Yuletide Yamboree
Huge thank you to Carl North, the team at Bar One, the performers and everyone who came to Yuletide Yamboree last Friday.
12 Dec 2025
We’ve broken 700! 724 Reverse Advent Calendars so far
Thank you, Derby. With 87 more boxes arriving at our CSU, we’ve passed a big milestone — 724 RACs.
12 Dec 2025
Yesterday a team from Alstom came to our CSU. They helped sort Reverse Advent Calendar donations and also dropped off their own collection.
12 Dec 2025
Thank you Rock Of All Ages Choir
Last Friday at Derby Market Hall, the Rock Of All Ages Choir filled the arches with carols, smiles and a whole lot of sparkle.
11 Dec 2025
A big thank you to Rolls-Royce plc
On Monday, a brilliant team from Rolls-Royce joined us at the CSU to sort Reverse Advent Calendar donations.