The Foodbank Project is a not-for-profit, self-sustaining online shop that makes it easy for anyone to donate groceries to Kiwis in need.

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In 2015, in a first for New Zealand, The Salvation Army, Lucid, and Countdown teamed up to create a brand new online store where you can make a donation to cover the purchase of much-needed grocery items for a local Salvation Army foodbank. The Salvation Army and their Food Rescue Partner Countdown, the concept grew from a locally-focussed donation platform to an integrated, nationally-operating social enterprise which seamlessly connects donors with Countdown’s online grocery store and Salvation Army foodbanks.

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Each week thousands of struggling Kiwis are helped by food parcels giving them a hand up when they need it most. There are all sorts of people living week-to-week who need help when confronted by an unexpected setback.

By redirecting the money clients would normally spend on groceries, to target one-off costs or debt, we can help vulnerable individuals and families get on top of their living costs.

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With The Foodbank Project, you know exactly what your donation will be used for and can be confident your selection will reach people in need in a community near you. You’ll receive a donation receipt and you’ll be told when your order is delivered to your local foodbank. Your donations will help change lives for the better.