Facts and figures

229,282

The number of emergency food parcels given to people in crisis up to 31December 2023 by our food banks since we started in 2012

The main reasons for people needing emergency food are low benefit income (36%), and delays (18%) or changes (16%) to benefits being paid.

In 2023 Durham Christian Partnership's network of 37 foodbanks distributed over 256 tonnes of food which helped to feed those most in need in our communities

£3.2 million

The amount of combined debt that Durham Christian Partnership's money advice service helped clients tackle.

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Help people get debt free

Help people get debt free by supporting Community Money Advice County Durham. People are struggling with their finances and getting into debt. Our debt advice team operating under Community Money Advice offer a free service to help people to get on top of their financial issues.
Sunderland Foodbank

We don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food, support and advice to local people who are referred to us in crisis. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.

Community Money Advice County Durham

Many people experience problems with their finances at times, for many reasons, getting help is the most important thing. Community Money Advice County Durham offer a free, confidential, service for anyone with financial issues, debt or managing their money. We will not judge you in any way. We know that you may not have the time or energy to tackle these problems alone and we help you to sort things out in the best way for you. There is a solution and we can help you find it.
Foodbank

County Durham and Sunderland Foodbanks are here to help anyone who is facing hunger because of crisis – for the parents skipping meals so their children can eat, for the tenant forced to go hungry just so they can pay the rent, for the elderly person making the stark choice between heating and eating.
DCP Community Shop

The DCP Community Shop aims to be just that: a community and a shop. It is an established charity shop in Framwellgate Moor, selling clothing, books, toys and all manner of other household items. Profits from the shop are predominantly used to fund the work of County Durham foodbank.
Staff

We have a committed team of staff at DCP, all of whom work hard to ensure the objectives and ethos of support are provided to those in need.
What we do

DCP delivers a variety of projects with the aim of making a positive difference to the lives of people living, working and visiting County Durham.
County Durham foodbank Donations

We don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry. That’s why we provide three days’ nutritionally balanced emergency food, advice and support to local people who are referred to us in crisis. We are part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
Fuel Bank

In April 2015, npower launched ‘Fuel Bank’, its initiative to help foodbank users with pre-payment meters. The first of its kind, the project aimed to help those being forced to choose between ‘heating and eating’ by offering them vouchers for gas or electricity. The Fuel Foundation now operate the fuelbank with the support of Durham Christian Partnership in the County Durham area
Volunteering roles

Could you provide a friendly face to members of the public visiting our community shop? Or welcome people to the foodbank or help sort and pack food into emergency food boxes? If the answer is yes, then we would love to hear from you! Volunteering is a worthwhile and rewarding experience. Here you will find current volunteer opportunities within DCP.
Find Us

Our office is based in Chester le Street. This is where our head office operations are carried out. No services are available from this office. If you would like further information about Durham Christian Partnership or help finding appropriate support, please contact us.
About Us

Durham Christian Partnership delivers a variety of projects with the aim of making a positive difference to the lives of people living, working and visiting County Durham. Formed in 1995 as a Christian community focussed on enhancing the care of those in need, DCP has grown to incorporate a variety of projects, all responding to different identified needs.

DCP Donation

Durham Christian Partnership supports Christian communities in County Durham to work with each other and with other organisations. We support a variety of projects (link to projects) all of which respond to identified needs. These projects all aim to make a positive difference in the lives of people living in County Durham and Sunderland. We want to help everyone live a full and successful life – your donation can help us provide essential support to improve lives and help communities thrive. Read more

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