Additional support schemes and charitable help

Food banks are available throughout Northern Ireland.

Most food banks require you to have a referral from a local advice agency before you can use their services.

Find the locations of food banks in Northern Ireland here:

• Foodbank distribution in Northern Ireland (niassembly.gov.uk).

Many of the food banks in Northern Ireland are operated by the Trussell Trust. You can find more information on its food banks here:

• Find a Food Bank – The Trussell Trust.

There are a number of charities operating in Northern Ireland which support people in financial need.

Visit the following website for more information:

• The Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Ireland – St Vincent De Paul (svp.ie)
• Ireland | The Salvation Army
• Get help | British Red Cross

The website below has information on charitable grants which might be available to you depending on your circumstances. You could be eligible for a grant because of your family circumstances, your current or past occupation or because you suffer from a particular health condition.

• Fighting UK Poverty – Turn2us