Donate food & essentials to help local people
Big or small, every gift you give helps transform lives
Donate Food & Essentials
We rely on your goodwill and support.
The primary need we address is hunger. Many individuals and families rely on Llanelli Foodbank and Community Life Hubs to meet their basic needs, particularly during tough times. Your food donations ensure we can create nutritious food parcels that support individuals who would otherwise struggle to put meals on the table.
In addition to food, families in need often struggle to afford basic household and hygiene products. Items like cleaning supplies, nappies, feminine hygiene products, and toiletries are always in demand and can make a huge difference to a household in crisis.
We regularly update our “shopping list” to let you know the items we need most:
Urgently needed items
Tinned Fruit
Toilet Rolls
Tinned Soup
Jar Sauces, i.e. pasta sauces
UHT Milk
Squash
Small Coffee Jars
40 pack of Tea Bags
Tinned Potatoes
Shower Gel & Shampoo
Food Donation Stats
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Since 2011 our foodbank has supported more than 50,000 people from across Llanelli & Carmarthenshire
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2,549 emergency food parcels distributed last year, equating to 63,960 meals
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2,568 essential care packages were distributed last year
DONATION POINTS
DONATION POINTS
If you are happy to drop off food donations, please see below for our food collection point locations:
Llanelli Foodbank
Myrtle House, 22 Myrtle Terrace, Llanelli SA15 1LH
Open: Tues - Fri 10am-4pm
Tesco (Parc Trostre)
Tesco Stores Ltd, Trostre Retail Park, Llanelli SA14 9UY (In store shoppers only)
Open: Mon-Sat (6am-12pm), Sun (10am-4pm)
Lidl
The Avenue, Llanelli SA15 2DP (In store shoppers only)
Open: Mon-Sat (8am-10pm), Sun (10am-4pm)
Bank the Food App
Ever thought to yourself "What food should I donate to the Foodbank?"
There's an app for that!
Meet BanktheFood! This free app will ping your smartphone a real-time list of our most wanted items when you're at a shop/location that is partnered with us (Tesco Trostre or Lidl).
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Please download the app from your device's app store and follow the instructions to get started.
Once you have followed Llanelli Foodbank, the app will send you a helpful ‘ping’ with a reminder of our needs when you are shopping in your local supermarket.
You can then choose exactly what you would like to donate and leave your donation in your food bank’s collection box at the end of your shopping trip.
We will then be alerted via the app of your (anonymous) donation making it easier for us to track and locate items that we really need.
Hold Your Own Food Collection
Collect food. Spread hope. Support your community.
Organising a food collection for Llanelli Foodbank is a simple yet powerful way to support local people who are struggling. Whether you’re rallying your school, workplace, church, or community group, every item collected helps us provide essential supplies and a lifeline to individuals and families facing crisis.
By coming together, we can make sure no one in Llanelli has to go without the basics—food, dignity, and care.
Get in touch today for tips, resources, and guidance on how to run your own collection and make a real impact.
Together, we can ensure no one in Llanelli goes hungry.
Donate Food. Make a Difference.
Giving food to Llanelli Foodbank is a direct and meaningful way to support those in our community facing real hardship.
As living costs rise, more families are struggling to afford even the basics - like food, toiletries, and everyday essentials. Your donation helps provide a safety net for individuals and families experiencing poverty, financial crisis, or food insecurity.
By donating, you’re not just giving items - you’re offering hope, dignity, and practical help when it’s needed most.