On behalf of SOFEA’s Trustees, we’d like to share a heartfelt thank you to all our incredible volunteers this Volunteers Week. 💚
''It's Volunteers Week when the contribution of volunteers across the UK is celebrated and recognised. Every volunteer at SOFEA makes a difference. Not only do you enable what we do through your support, giving your time and energy but importantly you demonstrate to our young people the value of giving back and contributing to your community. This is an important part of their experience at SOFEA.
So whether you help us several times a week or once a month, whether you work in the warehouse, on the vans, in our larders, in the office, in our education team, GOO or our Nourish and Flourish kitchen THANK YOU!!
We genuinely couldn't do it without you and as Trustees we really value your contribution.''
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We work with young people to build their life skills, and distribute food with our partner FareShare Contact us: [email protected]
SOFEA was founded in 2014, with the focus of enabling people to transform their lives. We are a charity head quartered in Didcot with a second location added in Milton Keynes. Using surplus food, we distribute to thousands of people per week, across our local communities. We work with disadvantaged people, (mostly young people) helping them gain qualifications in English and Math, providing work e
It is Volunteers appreciation week and we want to shout out every single person who gives their time to SOFEA. 💚
From our warehouses and community larders to the everyday moments that keep us going, your support makes everything possible.
Because of you, we can continue serving our community, caring for the environment, and most importantly, showing up for our young people.
Thank you. Truly. 🙏
01/06/2026
All of this for £4.50!!!
These are some of the items that were available in this week’s larder!
Are you looking to save 💰 on your weekly 🛒 whilst helping reduce food waste?
This would cost £55.65 in the supermarket this week!
📍 Frank Hutchins Hall RG18 4QH
📆 Every Wednesday 13:30-16:00
The larder is open to everyone, if you’d like to become a member please register online
https://www.tfaforms.com/5002010
28/05/2026
It was fantastic to welcome volunteers from Amazon Web Services to our FareShare and Felix food redistribution warehouse in Didcot at SOFEA, and we are very grateful for the time you dedicated to supporting us!
Your role in preparing food parcels for our beneficiaries made a significant difference on the day. By contributing to the handling and redistribution of surplus stock, you helped ensure that good quality food could be passed on efficiently to our larders and community partners, supporting people who rely on these services.
We truly appreciate the energy, teamwork and positive attitude you brought with you. Support like yours allows us to reach more people while reducing food waste.
We hope the day was enjoyable and rewarding, and we would love to welcome you back to SOFEA!
If you're interested in volunteering with us, please contact us at [email protected].
26/05/2026
Join SOFEA & Hungry Ears for a fun and interactive children’s food workshop for ages 3 to 8 tomorrow!🍓
Led by storyteller Caroline from Maggie the Mouse’s Food Adventures, little ones will explore fresh foods through stories, simple activities, and a seasonal tasting table, learning how food helps their bodies grow strong and healthy.
📅 28 May
⏰ 10:00 to 11:30am
📍 The Berin Centre, Berinsfield - Free Parking
👨👩👧👦 A great chance to meet other parents in the community too
📞 Pre booking required: 01865 341 944/ [email protected]
Book today and come along for a morning of food, fun and discovery!
25/05/2026
We were delighted to welcome the corporate volunteer team from Overbury to our FareShare and Felix food redistribution warehouse in Didcot, and would like to say a big thank you for spending the day with us. Your support and enthusiasm were evident throughout and made a real difference to our operations!
By helping us organise and move surplus food, you have contributed to getting essential items out to local organisations and community groups, ensuring we can continue supporting people.
We hope you had an enjoyable and meaningful experience with us, and we would love to have you join us again in the future. If you are interested in volunteering again, please get in touch at [email protected].
20/05/2026
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the corporate volunteers from Blue Earth Diagnostics who gave their time and energy to our FareShare and Felix food redistribution warehouse in Didcot. Your willingness to give your time and energy has made a real and immediate difference.
Your support in helping to pick and pack food for our beneficiaries was invaluable. By assisting with the sorting and redistribution of surplus food, you have played an important part in ensuring that good quality food reaches those who need it most. The impact of your efforts goes far beyond the warehouse, supporting families and individuals across multiple communities!
We hope you found the experience rewarding, and we would be delighted to welcome you back again soon! If you'd like to volunteer with us, email us at [email protected].
At SOFEA, our Community Larders are about more than just affordable food. For just £4.50, members can access up to £20 worth of groceries while reducing food waste and being part of a supportive local community.
Hear directly from one of our members about why they value the Larder and the difference it makes to their weekly shop and wellbeing.
Join today and start making the most of it 🛒 : https://www.tfaforms.com/5002010
06/05/2026
Episode 2 of SOFEA Unpacked (Our video podcast run by young people, for young people) features an open and insightful conversation with Sophie, taking viewers through a journey from being a learner, to stepping into the world of work as an employee, and courageously trying something new. The episode highlights real experiences around growth, change, and building confidence while navigating different stages of life.
Scan to watch it now! 📲
05/05/2026
A huge congratulations to Josh and Lauren on completing the MK Half Marathon. What an incredible achievement. Everyone at SOFEA is extremely proud of you both, and we would like to say a heartfelt thank you for raising £500 in support of our work.We loved cheering you on from the sidelines and seeing you cross the finish line in such impressive times.
Your dedication and generosity will make a real difference to the young people we support. Well done and thank you once again.
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SOFEA Unit 1e, Trident Business Park,. SOFEA Unit 14 Dawson Road, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK1 1LJ
Didcot
OX117HJ
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4pm |