Donors & businesses
Donate surplus food
Supermarkets, farms and producers across Bristol can arrange regular collections with our team.
Questions & answers
Answers before you get involved
Practical questions from Bristol volunteers, donors and businesses, answered plainly.
FAQ
Common questions, clear answers
Everything you need to know before you volunteer, donate or partner with us.
Do I need experience to volunteer?
No. Volunteers are welcome — no experience needed. We'll show you everything on your first shift at our St Philips warehouse.
What does a volunteering shift involve?
Sorting and packing surplus food rescued from supermarkets and farms, then helping load it for delivery to community kitchens, schools and food banks across Bristol.
What are your opening hours?
Our warehouse in St Philips is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4pm.
How can my business donate surplus food?
Supermarkets, farms and food producers across Bristol can arrange regular collections with us. Call 0117 496 0298 or get in touch to set up a partnership.
What happens to the food you rescue?
It goes straight to community kitchens, schools and food banks across Bristol, turning surplus into meals rather than landfill.
Is Second Harvest a registered charity?
Yes. We're a registered charity in England and Wales.
How much food have you rescued so far?
Over 1,200,000 meals' worth of food rescued since 2019, and counting.
How do I get food for my community kitchen or food bank?
Get in touch and we'll talk through what you need and how often. We supply community kitchens, schools and food banks across Bristol.
Get involved
Two ways to help today
Whether you've got food to give or time to give, there's a place for you at Second Harvest.
Get in touch
New volunteers
Start volunteering
No experience needed. Join us at our St Philips warehouse and help get food where it's needed.