WHAT ARE THE OPENING TIMEs?

www.mkcommunityfridge.org/conniburrow-big-local.htmlDuring lockdown opening times are temporary and subject to change. 

​Please refer to our home page or locations pages for up to date details. Conniburrow, Great Linford, Coffee Hall, Shenley Brook End, Tinkers Bridge,  Netherfield Vineyard Chapel and Wolverton for their opening times. If it's your first time or you are unsure how to use the service, please speak to the fridge co-ordinator or one of the volunteers at the location you are visiting. 

​Is MK Community Fridge a Foodbank?

No.  We are not a foodbank, we are a community initiative designed to help residents and businesses reduce food waste and build stronger community bonds. Everyone is welcome to use a community fridge.

Do I need to fulfill criteria or be referred to benefit from MK Community Fridge?

No. There are no criteria to fulfill. All we ask is that you register the surplus food you share at the fridge so that we can monitor the benefit to our community and support the project. Please only taking what you need and be considerate of other service users.

Where can I get help to access emergency food?

MK Council will be able to advise what help is available if you are in need of long-term support. If you need advise, please contact MK Council, one of the Childrens Centres, Citizens Advise Bureau or MK Foodbank to find out what help is out there for your needs. There are links below. ​

Do you accept food not from supermarkets?

Yes. We accept food from individuals and businesses. Please see the ‘How the Fridge Works’ page for full details.

I'M INTERESTED TO SETUP A COMMUNITY FRIDGE. WHAT DO I DO?

Hubbub have created a ‘How To’ guide and resource pack to help people set up their own Community Fridge. To request a copy of the ‘How To’ guide email [email protected]. 

Can I make a financial donation?

Yes. You can make a one-off or regular donation through local giving (click here). 
If you can help with fundraising, please get in touch with Helen Innes [email protected].

help and resources:

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MK Council - https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/benefits-council-tax/welfare-reform
MK Council: Children and Family Centres - https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/children-young-people-families/early-years-and-childcare/information-for-parents/children-s-centres
MK Foodbank - http://mkfoodbank.org.uk
Citizen Advice Bureau - https://www.miltonkeynescab.org.uk
Bus Shelter MK -  https://www.facebook.com/thebussheltermk/
YMCA MK - http://mkymca.com
Faith Dimensions - http://faithdimensions.com
Kings Community Church Lunch Takeaway - http://www.kccmk.co.uk/ (Thursday lunchtime 11:45-13:30)
Winter Night Shelter - www.winternightsheltermk.org/

Food waste and environment:

Hubbub Charity UK - www.hubbub.org.uk
Fareshare - www.fareshare.org.uk
Neighbourly - www.neighbourly.com
Plan Zheroes - www.planzheroes.org
The Real Junk Food Project - http://therealjunkfoodproject.org
WRAP - http://www.wrap.org.uk/about-us/about