Foodbank Victoria launches Emergency Drive Thru at Altona Warehouse

Families can’t afford to wait for food.

Foodbank Victoria will be holding an Emergency Food Hamper Drive Thru this Sunday 31 May to support Victorians feeling the strain of ongoing cost-of-living pressures. 

Anyone in need will be able to drive through between 10am and 2pm at 441–459 Kororoit Creek Road, Altona and receive a free hamper of fresh produce and pantry staples – no questions asked.

Every day, more Victorians are reaching out for help — many for the very first time. Our CEO Dave McNamara says the stories coming through each day paint a clear picture: households are under enormous pressure, and many are quietly falling behind despite doing everything they can.

“The pressure on households is unrelenting. If anything, it’s becoming more entrenched – and more people are quietly falling behind.     

We’re seeing people who have never asked for help before. People working, raising families, doing everything they can, but still not able to keep up. We’re receiving calls from people every day asking, ‘What do I do? How do I get food to feed my family?’

This Drive Thru is about making it easy. No forms, no questions – just turn up and we’ll help.”

Right now, we’re feeding 76,000 Victorians every day – the highest demand we’ve seen in our 96-year history.

We don’t want anyone to feel like they can’t ask for food. If you need help right now, we’re here and ready to welcome you. The Drive Thru is open to anyone in Victoria experiencing food insecurity, no questions asked.

Emergency Drive Thru Details

Foodbank Victoria
441–459 Kororoit Creek Road, Altona
Sunday 31 May
10:00am – 2:00pm

We can only provide this emergency relief thanks to the ongoing support we receive from the broader community, partners and our wonderful volunteers. If you’re in a position to help, please donate to our ‘Running on Empty’ Winter Appeal. Every $1 donated creates 2 meals.

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