Firstly, thank you for wanting to find out what to donate. Food banks have seen a 500% increase in demand since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and they need all the support we can give them.
When it comes to giving to a food collection point the golden rule is non perishable ONLY.
Non perishable foods
Cereal
Tins - tomatoes, lentils, beans, pulses, soup, vegetables, meat, fish, fruit, rice pudding
Pasta
Rice
Pasta sauce
Tea/Coffee
Sugar
Biscuits
UHT and dried milk
Carton fruit juice
Jam
Gluten free foods
Baby food and formula
Non food items
Washing up liquid
Loo roll
Hand soap
Shaving gel
Toothbrushes and toothpaste
Hand wipes
Laundry powder/liquid
Deodorant (men's and women's)
Shampoo and conditioner
Shower gel
Sanitary towels/pads/liners, menstrual cups, tampons
Nappies
Baby wipes