Become a Referrer / Issue Food Vouchers



Clients will need to be referred by a recognised organisation or a recognised individual. This will generate a voucher code that can be exchanged for food items at our distribution centre.

   
 


Unfortunately, Ethnic Food Bank will not be able to provide a walk-in service without a referral and the food bank will operate from a referral process only. The food bank will be open to different ethnic origins and not exclusive to any faith. 

Referrals will be accepted from

  • Other food banks
  • Schools
  • Health and Social services including local GPs, community health and social workers
  • Churches/Gurdwara/Mosques/Temples
  • Community Groups and Organisations in Bedford
  • Carers in Bedfordshire
  • Community nurses
  • Citizens Advice
  • Bedford Borough Council
  • BPHA


The online system of referral creates a 'Food Voucher' code that can be printed or the code shared with the client. The voucher/code upon verification at the food distribution centre will be redeemed with appropriate emergency food parcels. 

To refer clients/generate food vouchers and to track your referrals, you will need to create an account first at the link above. This will allow you to create and issue a 'Food Voucher' code.