Food relief
La Trobe offers support to students who are experiencing hardship and may require food aid.
All campuses
Our Financial Counsellors can provide virtual, telephone or face to face appointments providing specific information for your needs in relation to food relief.
Contact our Financial Counsellors who can help you access these services.
Campus specific information
LTSA Student Pantry
A Student Pantry is available to Albury-Wodonga students. A range of food and household items are available. The Pantry is operated by the La Trobe Student Association (LTSA)
For more information, including location and operating hours, visit the LTSA's Student Pantry webpage
The LTSA Student Pantry is a SSAF funded service, offering free food and homewares to students.
LTSA partners with a range of Food Relief providers across the state to stock each Pantry location. Through a valuable partnership with Share the Dignity, free period products are also provided at each campus.
LTSA Student Pantry
A Student Pantry is available to Bendigo students. A range of food and household items are available. The Pantry is operated by the La Trobe Student Association (LTSA)
For more information, including location and operating hours, visit the LTSA's Student Pantry webpage
The LTSA Student Pantry is a SSAF funded service, offering free food and homewares to students.
LTSA partners with a range of Food Relief providers across the state to stock each Pantry location. Through a valuable partnership with Share the Dignity, free period products are also provided at each campus.
Local Council Resources
The City of Greater Bendigo provides information about local food relief on their website
LTSU Food Bank
A Food Bank is available to Melbourne (Bundoora) students. A range of food and household items are available. The Food Bank is operated by the La Trobe Student Union (LTSU)
For more information, including location and operating hours, visit the LTSU's Feed La Trobe webpage
In the Bundoora area and local council resources (Darebin Council)
The City of Darebin provides information about local food relief on their website
Location: 31-61 McLeans Rd, Bundoora VIC 3083
Provides: Food parcels (non-perishable items, fresh fruit, vegetables, frozen meals, school snacks), toiletries, nappies, sanitary items, baby goods
Hours: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9am – 3pm
Contact: 0422 461 847
Provides: Fruit, vegetables, milk, and bread.
Location: Bundoora
Contact: 0423 165 320
Study Melbourne
Study Melbourne supports international students to thrive while living and studying in Victoria. International students experiencing tough times can contact the Study Melbourne Hub to be connected with a wide range of services.
Other nearby support (Darebin & Banyule Councils)
Darebin Information, Volunteer & Resource Service (DIVRS) (Darebin)
Provides: Food parcels
Contact: 03 9480 8200
Salvation Army – Preston (Darebin)
Provides: Food relief
Contact: 1300 371 288
St Vincent de Paul – Call Centre (Statewide)
Provides: Food parcels, grocery vouchers
Contact: 1800 305 330
Banyule Support and Information Centre (BANSIC) (Banyule)
Provides: Groceries (fresh produce, eggs, meat, pantry staples, frozen food, bread), clothing vouchers, and other emergency material relief (for residents in postcodes 3079, 3081, 3084, and 3085).
Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays (12 pm – 3 pm) and Thursdays (10:30 am – 1:30 pm)
Contact: 03 9459 5959
Diamond Valley Community Support (DVCS) (Banyule)
Provides: Food relief (food parcels) and material aid
Location: Shop 378a, Level 3, Greensborough Plaza
Hours: Monday to Friday, 10 am – 4 pm (drop-in service available)
Phone: 9435 8282
Banyule Community Health (BCHS) (Banyule)
Provides: Food vouchers (appointments required). Emergency relief assessments are Monday to Friday, 10 am – 12.15 pm
Contact: 03 9540 2000 (Greensborough & Heidelberg West sites)
St Vincent de Paul (Vinnies) West Heidelberg (Banyule)
Provides: Food, food vouchers, and clothing (appointments required)
Call Centre: 1300 305 330
Greenhills Neighbourhood House (Banyule)
Provides: Currently some emergency food relief (pick up)
Hours: Thursdays, 9 am – 12.30 pm
Phone: 03 9435 9287 or 0423 452 922
CareNet (Banyule, Manningham, Nillumbik residents)
Provides: Food relief
Location: Manningham Christian Centre
Hours: Thursdays, 10 am – 2 pm (small fee of $5, bookings required)
Livingstone Community Centre (Banyule residents)
Provides: Food Bank (must have a valid Centrelink Pension or Health Care Card, bookings essential). Contact for booking information.
Material Aid (non-food items)
Diamond Valley Community Support (DVCS): Offers material aid. Phone: 9435 8282.
Banyule Support and Information Centre (BANSIC): Provides clothing vouchers and other emergency material relief. Phone: 03 9459 5959.
Big Group Hug: Provides essential material needs for vulnerable and disadvantaged children and their families (baby and children’s furniture, clothing, toys, nappies, formula). Contact them directly for assistance.
3081 Angels (Banyule Community Health): Donates pre-loved goods for children and families (clothing, toys, furniture). Contact BCHS on 03 9540 2000.
St Vincent de Paul (Vinnies) West Heidelberg: Offers clothing (appointments required, call 1300 305 330).
Additional resources
Ask Izzy: Website to find support services, including food relief, in your area.
Foodbank Victoria: Major food relief organisation supplying food to charities.
Uniting Vic.Tas: Provides emergency food vouchers and material aid. Contact: (03) 9192 8100.
Australian Red Cross: Provides limited emergency relief to people on temporary visas experiencing financial hardship. Check their website for more information and application process.
Study Melbourne Hub: Supports international students and can connect you with various services.
Community pantries in Melbourne (Wider area)
Reservoir Neighbourhood House: 2B Cuthbert Rd, Reservoir VIC 3073. Open Monday to Thursday, 9 am– 4 pm.
Reynard Street Community Pantry: 104A Reynard St, Coburg VIC 3058. Open Monday to Friday, 9 am– 4 pm.
Foodbank Victoria: 4/2 Somerville Rd, Yarraville VIC 3013. Open Monday to Friday, 8.30 am– 4.30 pm.
Thornbury Church of Christ: 390-398 St Georges Rd, Thornbury VIC 3071. Open Monday & Wednesday 2.30 pm – 5 pm Friday 10 am– 12.30 pm, Sunday, 10 am– 12 pm.
Gordon Street Little Pantry: 252 Gordon St, Footscray VIC 3011. Open 24 hours.
Important notes
- Always call the service provider before visiting to confirm their operating hours, eligibility requirements, and the assistance they can provide.
- Many organisations offer other forms of support, such as financial assistance, material aid, and referrals to other services. Don’t hesitate to ask.
- The City of Darebin can also help connect you with local services. Contact: 03 8470 8888 or visit their website.
LTSA Student Pantry
A Student Pantry is available to Melbourne (City) students. A range of food and household items are available. The Pantry is operated by the La Trobe Student Association (LTSA)
For more information, including location and operating hours, visit the LTSA's Student Pantry webpage
The LTSA Student Pantry is a SSAF funded service, offering free food and homewares to students.
LTSA partners with a range of Food Relief providers across the state to stock each Pantry location. Through a valuable partnership with Share the Dignity, free period products are also provided at each campus.
Local Council Resources
The City of Melbourne provides information about local food relief via their Community Food Guide on their website
Study Melbourne
Study Melbourne supports international students to thrive while living and studying in Victoria. International students experiencing tough times can contact the Study Melbourne Hub to be connected with a wide range of services.
LTSA Student Pantry
A Student Pantry is available to Mildura students. A range of food and household items are available.The Pantry is operated by the La Trobe Student Association (LTSA)
For more information, including location and operating hours, visit the LTSA's Student Pantry webpage
The LTSA Student Pantry is a SSAF funded service, offering free food and homewares to students.
LTSA partners with a range of Food Relief providers across the state to stock each Pantry location. Through a valuable partnership with Share the Dignity, free period products are also provided at each campus.
LTSA Student Pantry
A Student Pantry is available to Shepparton students. A range of food and household items are available. The Pantry is operated by the La Trobe Student Association (LTSA)
For more information, including location and operating hours, visit the LTSA's Student Pantry webpage
The LTSA Student Pantry is a SSAF funded service, offering free food and homewares to students.
LTSA partners with a range of Food Relief providers across the state to stock each Pantry location. Through a valuable partnership with Share the Dignity, free period products are also provided at each campus.