The weather is exceptionally hot. View guidance on conserving water and staying safe in hot weather and what to do if you see someone sleeping on the streets on Severe Weather Emergency Provision (SWEP).

How you can help others

If you can help support others struggling with the cost of living, consider being part of Buckinghamshire's 'community food chain' by making a donation, volunteering your time or supporting our initiatives.

Donate to the Heart of Bucks Together Against Poverty Appeal

Donations to the appeal will support those in real need, giving hope to local people

Set up or donate to a community fridge

Learn more about 'community fridges' and how you can donate food or set up your own fridge

Donate to a food bank

Find local food banks and make a donation

Set up a food collection point on your street (Food Champions)

Become a Food Champion and collect food bank donations from your neighbours

Set up a Grow to Give food donation scheme

Grow to Give is a community food initiative providing fresh, locally grown food to food banks and community fridges

Community food growing and cooking projects (Grow It, Cook It, Eat It)

Grow It, Cook It, Eat It brings together communities who may experience financial hardship or challenges accessing fresh fruit and vegetables

Volunteer to help in your community

Support your community by volunteering your time

Toolkit: hot meal provision for groups

Help and advice to help you set up your own community-based hot meal scheme