However, since the floods last year, the service needs have grown, and more people than ever before are asking for help.
“We want people to know this service is available, it’s not a secret that it exists, and we are here to help,” Generations Church community care manager Jacqui Hall said.
“It’s great to see people asking for help, because often they don’t.
In partnerships alongside Shepparton FoodShare, Ritchies IGA, FoodWorks Tatura, Community House Tatura, Tatura Hot Bread and the generosity of local donations all play a part in keeping this service alive.
Without those connections Jacqui said it would be extremely hard for the service to even exist.
“Everybody’s needs are different, so having a variety of businesses and services helping with donations makes it possible to give these people sometimes the basic of things, that we may take for granted in everyday life.” she said.
“It’s not our place to judge why these people need help, we just want to help them and if they have asked for help, they obviously need it.”
Whether people in need come through their front door or knock at the back one, they don’t mind, they just want people in need to reach out.
The food bank and welfare services are available Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm.
Everything from fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, frozen meals, and non-perishable items are available and free.
There are also cleaning products and sanitary supplies, that can offer that bit of extra dignity for someone in need.
The food bank is always accepting donations, so if you can help, please reach out by phoning 5824 3059.
