Auckland Food Bank Directory
Our guide lists Auckland's most reliable and active food banks, alongside must-know tips and food bank alternatives
Updated 1 May 2023
This guide contains an extensive list of food banks operating all over Auckland. We have published this information to make food parcels accessible. Before visiting a food bank, we suggest calling in advance and asking about the opening hours and requirements. Doing so will avoid any disappointment, stress and frustration.
This is the first version of this guide - if you would like to share any tips, insights or information, please contact our research team.
Important: Food Grants from Work and Income may be a better first point of call, rather than an Auckland food bank
This guide contains an extensive list of food banks operating all over Auckland. We have published this information to make food parcels accessible. Before visiting a food bank, we suggest calling in advance and asking about the opening hours and requirements. Doing so will avoid any disappointment, stress and frustration.
This is the first version of this guide - if you would like to share any tips, insights or information, please contact our research team.
Important: Food Grants from Work and Income may be a better first point of call, rather than an Auckland food bank
- Our guide to Work and Income's Food Grants assistance explains how you can apply for emergency assistance.
- Applications are assessed quickly, and if you are approved, a Food Grant is a type of assistance that you don’t need to pay back.
- There are some limitations about what you can buy, and you can’t get cash or change.
- A Food Grant provides a simple and discrete way of getting the assistance you need - our guide explains everything you need to know.
Know this first - Get Prepared for Your Food Bank Visit
When visiting food banks, it pays to come prepared with everything you need to satisfy the food bank staff. In general, documents should include:
Other considerations:
- Photo ID (i.e. driver's licence or passport)
- Proof of address (i.e. bank statement) so the food bank knows you're eligible for its service (as some limit food parcels to people in their area).
- A letter from Work and Income saying your request for a food grant has been denied (if this is applicable).
- If you are on a benefit, bring a breakdown of your payment (this can be found on MyMSD under payment information).
Other considerations:
- Get organised - Food banks have set visiting times, but there's no guarantee you'll be seen (so be prepared in advance and don't leave it until the last minute to get help)
- Ask for help - You may need some assistance taking the food parcel home - if you don't have transport, consider taking a friend to help you carry items home.
- Know the limits - Most food banks have limits - for example, up to three parcels within a three month period.
20+ Auckland Food Banks Available Right Now
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Hibiscus Coast Community HouseHBC Community House provides parcels to families referred by an agency. Call them if you need to learn more about how to get referred. The parcels have enough food to prepare meals for a few days and include all meals. They also include food for dogs and cats. Contact information: Address: 214 - 216 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa Phone: (09) 426 3598 Email: hbccommunityhouse@xtra.co.nz Foodbank Hours: Monday – Friday: 10am - 3pm |
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Northgate Food BankThe Salt Community Trust provide food supply support to the Northgate Baptist Church. The help is meant to be temporary, and each box lasts 2 to 5 days. They also encourage you to get help from the government, while their boxes can help you in the meantime. Complete this form to request assistance Contact information: Address: 6 Hibiscus Coast Highway Silverdale Email: admin@northgate.org.nz |
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Presbyterian Support Northern FoodbankPSN’s Foodbank, located at Madeira Lane, Grafton, is now closed and the service is currently on pause while a new community hub is developed in Mt Roskill, Auckland. Based on a new Communities Feeding Communities model, the new site will include a community garden, pātaka kai, a food forest and a new version of the Foodbank. More details will be provided once the hub opens in early 2022. The best way for people to support us over this transition time is through financial donations, which we can use to buy food for emergency parcels. Financial donations can be made through our donations page https://www.familyworksnorthern.org.nz/donate - make sure you indicate it’s for the Foodbank. |
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Auckland City MissionIf you are in a crisis and need food now, call the Auckland City Mission. In the last year, they’ve provided over 23,000 parcels of food to needy families.
Contact information: Address: 140 Hobson Street Auckland Central Phone: 0800 223 663 / 09 303 9200 Email: foodservice@aucklandcitymission.org.nz |
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Salvation ArmyThe Salvation Army has almost locations all over Auckland to get help with your food needs. They provide short-term food assistance as well as assistance in other areas, including clothing and furniture. They’ll also help you get set up in other areas of your life for long-term support, including classes on parenting, budgeting, and housing.
Salvation Army Hibiscus CoastContact Information:
Address: 32 Greenview Lane, Red Beach, Hibiscus Coast Phone: (09) 426 0239 Email: hibiscuscoast.corps@salvationarmy.org.nz Salvation Army Albany BaysContact Information:
Address: 90 Rosedale Road, Albany Phone: (09) 478 7567 Email: albanybays.corps@salvationarmy.org.nz Salvation Army GlenfieldContact Information:
Address: 430 Glenfield Road Glenfield Phone: (09) 441 2554 ext. 2 Email: glenfield.corps@salvationarmy.org.nz Salvation Army HowickContact Information:
Address: 37-45 Wellington Street, Howick Phone: (09) 535 0847 Email: eastcity.corps@salvationarmy.org.nz Salvation Army MasseyContact Information:
Address: 532-534 Don Buck Road, Massey, Waitakere City Phone: (09) 833 6856 Email: westgate_corps@nzf.salvationarmy.org Salvation Army WaitakereContact Information:
Address: 7-9 View Road, Henderson, Waitakere Phone: (09) 837 4471 Email: WaitakereCentral_Corps@nzf.salvationarmy.org Salvation Army New LynnContact Information:
Address: 32 Delta Avenue, New Lynn Phone: (09) 837 4471 Email: WaitakereCentral_Corps@nzf.salvationarmy.org Salvation Army OtahuhuContact Information:
Address: 99 Church Street, Otahuhu Phone: (09) 276 5793 Email: otahuhu.corps@salvationarmy.org.nz Salvation Army ManukauContact Information:
Address: 16B Bakerfield Place Manukau City Phone: 09 262 2332 Email: manukaucentral.corps@salvationarmy.org.nz Foodbank Hours: Mon, Wed & Fri from 10 am to 12pm then from 1pm to 3pm. Salvation Army PapakuraContact Information:
Address: 87-91 Clevedon Road, Papakura Phone: (09) 299 6791 Email: Papakura_Corps@nzf.salvationarmy.org Salvation Army PukekoheContact Information:
Address: 3 Tobin Street, Pukekohe Phone: (09) 238 5641 Email: Pukekohe_Corps@nzf.salvationarmy.org |
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Impact Centre and New Hope FellowshipThe Impact Centre provides food for families in need. If you have any questions, contact the number below.
Contact Information: Address: 12 Waller Street, Onehunga, Auckland Phone: 021 770 050 Email: foodbank@newhope.org.nz |
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The Hope Centre Food BankContact Information:
Address: 4109 Great North Rd, Kelston Phone: 021 0804 8436 Email: hopecentrefoodbank@gmail.com |
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Vision West Pataka Kai Food BankContact Information:
Address: Building 12 & 16, 95-97 Glendale Road, Glen Eden Phone: 09 818 0781 Email: Foodbank@visionwest.org.nz |
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Norwest Food BankThe Norwest Food Bank services the Westgate, West Harbour, and Massey areas. Proof of ID is necessary. You may access up to three parcels every three months.
Contact Information: Phone: 021 0863 3785 Email: foodbank@norwestcaretrust.org.nz
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Generation Ignite Food BankThe Generation Ignite Food Bank is an initiative that was birthed out of the need we recognised with our at-risk youth and their families in the Whau Community (Avondale, New Lynn, Kelston, Green Bay, New Windsor and Blockhouse Bay)
Contact Information: Address: 45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn Email: foodbank@generation-i.co.nz Foodbank Hours: Friday: 1pm - 3pm |
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Te Atatu Peninsula Community Food BankFamilies in need may get food on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Te Atatu Peninsula Community Food Bank.
Contact Information: Address: 64 Waipani Rd, Te Atatu Peninsula Phone: 09 834 6480 Email: admin@carewaitakere.org.nz Foodbank Hours: Thursday: 1pm - 5.00pm |
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Church Unlimited West Auckland
Contact Information: Address: 3 Te Atatu Road, Glendene Phone: 0508 UNLIMITED Email: admin@churchunlimited.co.nz Foodbank Hours: Tuesday and Friday: 10.30am - 12.30pm by appointment |
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South Auckland Christian FoodbankThe South Auckland Christian Food Bank offers food and household goods to families in need, as well as budgeting support to get you back on your feet. They will deliver the food to you, taking the burden off you of trying to find a way to pick up the food.
Contact Information: Address: Papatoetoe Auckland Phone: 027 477 1092 Email: ian@sacbf.org.nz |
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Nga Whare Waatea FoodbankContact Information: Address: 31 Calthorp Avenue, Mangere Phone: 0800 686 232 Email: accounts@muma.co.nz Foodbank Hours: Monday - Friday: 10am - 2pm |
Related Guides
- Food Grants - outlining the assistance available from Work and Income (and how to get what you need)
- Navigating Work and Income - an essential must-read guide that explains everything you need to know about dealing with Work and Income before visiting your local office
- myMSD - we explain why myMSD is, how it works, why it's essential and must-know tips and facts
- Understanding urgent costs and living expense assistance - we explain what's available to anyone in urgent need
- Understanding the Accommodation Supplement - despite its complexities, our guide reveals everything you need to know about how it works
- Understanding Jobseeker Support - we explain how this benefit works and reveal tips to make sure you're supported for as long as you need to be.
- Disability Allowance - we walk through the basics of those who need extra support
- Loans for Unemployed - If you're unemployed, this guide outlines the types of loan available. We look at Work and Income support, as well as the potential risks of taking a loan and the cost-effective alternatives you may apply for
- Understanding Superannuation (NZ Super) - our guide walks you through how it works, what you're entitled to and must-know tips to help your payments go further.
- Working for Families - our guide explains the scheme in detail