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Families like Evelyn’s need food, but our shelves are running low

Evelyn is doing everything she can to keep food on the table for her family. But as grocery, fuel and housing costs continue to rise, there’s little left at the end of each pay.

And Evelyn isn’t alone. More Queensland families are turning to Foodbank for help – but right now, less donated food is reaching our shelves.

Rising food, fuel and freight costs, extreme weather and changes across the food supply chain are reducing the amount of food available for donation, just as demand continues to grow.

That means families need food at the same time our shelves are emptying fast.

Your urgent gift today can help restock shelves and make sure families like Evelyn’s don’t go without food this week. 

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Here’s how your gift makes a real difference

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Step 1: Foodbank sources food from farmers, retailer and manufacturers
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Step 2: Food and groceries are then sorted and stored safely at our Food Distribution Centres
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Step 3: Food and groceries are delivered through a network of charities, schools and community organisations
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Step 4: Your support puts meals on tables, fills lunchboxes, and helps families get through another day

The reality of hunger in Queensland

For too many Queenslanders, hunger isn’t a distant issue – it’s a daily decision. Right now, families across our state are making impossible choices. These aren’t one-off moments. This is the reality of living through a cost-of-living crisis – where everyday essentials are no longer affordable at the same time. 

In March 2026 alone, 17% more Queenslanders found it harder to put food on the table – highlighting the growing impact of cost-of-living pressures across the state.

About Foodbank Queensland

Foodbank Queensland is the state’s largest hunger relief charity, operating for more than 30 years. Our vision is a Queensland without hunger.

Your donation makes a real difference in the lives of Queenslanders experiencing hunger. When you give to Foodbank Queensland, every dollar goes further than you might imagine. Thanks to our partnerships with farmers, manufacturers, and retailers, just $1 provides 2 nutritious meals to Queenslanders doing it tough.

We provide more than 150 meals every minute and over 10,000 meals every hour of operation.
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FAQs

Yes. All donations of $2 or more to Foodbank Queensland are tax-deductible in Australia. You will receive a receipt by email for your records.
Yes. You’ll receive an immediate tax receipt by email for one-off donations. If you give monthly, we’ll send you a consolidated annual receipt at the end of the financial year.
Every $1 you donate helps us provide 2 meals to Queenslanders experiencing hunger. Your support helps us source and distribute fresh fruit and vegetables, pantry staples, and other essentials to our 350 Community Partners and 400 Schools across the state. Because of you, a child can eat breakfast before school, a parent can put dinner on the table and a neighbour can find hope in tough times.
Yes. Our donation form is hosted on a secure platform, and all payments are encrypted to protect your personal details.
Of course. If you’d prefer not to donate online, you can call our team on 07 3395 8422 or post a cheque made payable to Foodbank Queensland to 179 Beverley Street, Morningside QLD 4170.
44% of the groceries we provide are healthy, fresh fruit and vegetables. We also supply long-life pantry staples such as rice, pasta, cereal and canned goods, as well as fresh milk, bread, meat and other essentials
Foodbank Queensland does not accept food donations from members of the public, schools or fundraising teams. To operate as efficiently as possible, we source and rescue food on a very large scale from registered food retailers, farmers and manufacturers only. Collecting food this way helps us provide the most food to our network of more than 350 Community Partners in the most cost-effective way. If you are an individual, school, or fundraising team looking to donate food, we recommend finding a local charity or shelter that may be able to accept your donation directly. To find a local food relief charity near you, visit the Find Food page on our website.
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Would you prefer to donate over the phone? We’d love to talk to you!

07 3435 5902

fundraising@foodbankqld.org.au