COVID-19 & Coronavirus Support

Last updated 23rd March at 16:10 - Please note that the below services may be subject to change at short notice following regularly updated Government guidelines.

East Durham Trust remains open as a frontline service supporting local people in Peterlee, Seaham and the surrounding villages. We can provide:
-Food Parcels to people facing financial difficulty
-Advice on benefits and welfare
-Regular telephone calls to support people who are vulnerable or living alone

Anyone requiring support should call the Trust on 0191 5693511. Our opening hours are Mon-Thurs 9am-5pm and Fri 9am-4.30pm.

Please note that due to significantly increased demand support can only be given to those in genuine need and is assessed on a case by case basis.

Continue to think of East Durham Trust during these difficult times - donations to the foodbank can still be given either directly to Community House, at Peterlee Asda or Sainsbury's in Seaham. Online donations can be made by following the link below.

East Durham Trust provides a range of services for vulnerable people in the East Durham area, many facing disadvantage and poverty. 

The People's Takeaway

Our flagship referral only free takeaway project for people facing financial hardship across East Durham.

FEED (Food Emergency East Durham)

Our unique referral only food parcel service providing crisis support across East Durham.

Stop Poverty in East Durham

A range of services to support local people including benefit and debt advice.