Are you, or is someone you know, in need of some extra kai?
The Neighbourhood Trust have free Kai Boxes available for households in Mairehau, St Albans, Shirley, and some surrounding areas in Christchurch, thanks to Food Secure Communities, MSD.
These will be available to pick up from The Whānau Centre at 49 Nancy Ave, Mairehau each Tuesday.
You will receive a confirmation text message with a time to pick up within 24 hours prior to collection.
Kai Boxes either consist of fresh fruit and vegetables, or a variety of staple grocery items such as canned goods and cereals.
How to request a Kai Box
Fill out the form or call 027 710 0022 to request a Neighbourhood Trust Kai Box.
If you need kai urgently, please call 027 710 0022 to discuss your options.
Neighbourhood Trust Kai Box news
Thank you Mairehau Primary School!
‘Tis the season of giving at Mairehau Primary School in their last couple of weeks of term.
NHT blessing local whānau with Christmas Box
Every year we partner with Christmas Box to bless families with kai. This week we are excited to be distributing 100 boxes to Mairehau, Shirley and St Albans whānau.
Neighbourhood Trust Christmas Box 2020 Appeal
Every year NHT distribute 100 Christmas food boxes to people in need in our local area. We are asking for financial donations to help us with the cost of these gifts. $30 covers the cost of one box.
Neighbourhood Trust Kai Boxes featured on Kore Hiakai Zero Hunger map
The Collective has just launched an interactive map to help find community food organisations around New Zealand. See if you can spot Neighbourhood Trust!
Need some kai?
The Neighbourhood Trust foodbank is constantly being replenished thanks to our wonderful donors and sponsors.
Feijoa jam donated for Kai Boxes
Thank you to Robyn Holland who donated 25 jars of homemade feijoa jam, plus fresh feijoas.