Volunteer With Us in Newcastle

Food & Solidarity is a member-led group based on Buckingham Street in Newcastle's West End and out of English Martyrs Church hall, in Cowgate/Blakelaw(read about this group). Volunteering with us means helping to pack and deliver food parcels, supporting people facing unfair evictions or landlords who won't carry out repairs, and helping to organise campaigns and events. We're not a traditional food bank. Members work side-by-side, and many of our volunteers receiving support themselves, or provide to others while they also get support. You don't need any experience, and we'll give you training and support. Whether you can spare a few hours a month or want to get involved every week, there's a role that fits. Fill in the form to get started, or call us on 07393 101018.

What volunteers do

Our volunteers help in four main ways: packing and delivering food parcels helping with outreach and admin, meetings and community events. Food parcel packing takes place saturday 10am-1pm Buckingham st in Arthurs Hill and English martyrs in Cowgate/Blakelaw.

Who can volunteer

Anyone aged 18 can volunteer. We welcome people from all backgrounds and can often cover travel costs.

What happens after you sign up

Once you submit the form, You'll be contacted within a few days to chat about what you'd like to do and invite you to your first session. You'll never be left to work it out on your own.

🀝 Want to Volunteer with Us?

Join our volunteer team for food parcel distribution, eviction defense, and community organizing

How to Get Involved

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds! No experience necessary - we'll provide training and support.

Ways to Volunteer:

  • 🍱 Food Parcel Distribution
    Help pack and deliver essential food supplies to members (weekly)
  • 🏠 Housing Support
    Join eviction defense actions and housing campaigns (as needed)
  • πŸ“‹ Community Organizing
    Help with outreach, admin, and campaign planning (flexible hours)
  • 🎀 Events & Campaigns
    Support rallies, meetings, and direct action (occasional)

Time Commitment: Flexible - from a few hours per month to weekly involvement, whatever works for you!

Prefer email? Write to organiser@foodandsolidarity.org or call 07393 101018.