Exmouth Food Bank Statistics

• Approximately 40% of the food we give out is donated directly by churches, schools, local clubs, organisations, businesses and individuals.
• We are reliant on monetary donations to buy the additional items that are needed which includes bread, fresh fruit and vegetables.
• It costs about £6,000 per month to run the foodbank, although a team of 45 volunteers give their time for free.
• Our standard, one person, one week food parcel would cost about £29 and a family sized parcel £54.

In 2025 our loyal team of volunteers packed and distributed over 2,900 parcels that provided food for 5,897 people. 

During the first six months of 2026 we have packed and distributed food parcels to feed over 2,900 people. These numbers are slightly higher when compared to the same period last year and reflect the continuing struggle that people are experiencing as the gap between wages and the cost of living continues. Sometimes hard work alone is not enough to keep hunger at bay.

Many of those who find themselves struggling were just about surviving. However, with no financial reserves to draw on, an unplanned event such as the need to replace a tyre on the car or a large utility bill suddenly means they have no money for food. These are just the people we can support to get back on track, not only by providing them with supplies but by helping them to access benefits or advice on housing and debt.

Number Of People We Have Fed 2025-2026