FoodCloud

On 20 May 2026, we attended the ESF+ Food Support event hosted by Minister Dara Calleary TD, highlighting the impact of the European Social Fund (ESF+) Food & Basic Materials Programme in Ireland and the incredible work of organisations across Ireland. 
 
The ESF+ programme is an EU-wide programme to help people take their first steps out of poverty and social exclusion by addressing their most basic needs i.e. food and/or basic materials.  FoodCloud is the primary partner organisation to deliver food under the programme - we procure, store and coordinate the collection of food products by more than 160 approved charities across the country.  In 2025, the programme was used for nearly 350,000 food packs and to create nearly 2 million meals. 

The event was also an opportunity for the organisations to network with stands showcasing the work of .mhuire Cranmore Abbeyquarter Community Centre, Empower and St.Martha’s Food Banks. Presentations from , and provided real insights of how food is an essential support and is often the initial connection that allows the charity to help individuals navigate wrap-around services and open the door to long-term change.

A huge thank you to .protection  Joanna Gawrylczk-Malesa from the europeancommission  and all partners involved for their continued support of this important initiative.