Returning Surplus Food to the Community
On The House is a community group with no religious affiliation. Ours is a space where the New Plymouth community can interact, build relationships, and where our open-hearted volunteers serve surplus food to anyone who can make good use of it.
“The three pillars of On The House are to: reduce food waste, feed people who need it, and to build community through connection and participation”
Manaakitanga
- (noun) hospitality, kindness, generosity, support – the process of showing respect, generosity and care for others.
FIND OUR FREE STORES HERE
Free food with a smile, no exceptions
Everyone who lines up is served by On The House volunteers. Everyone is welcome. No judgement or barriers.
Moturoa
Mondays, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Weekly
24 Lawry Street, St James Church, Moturoa
New Plymouth
Central - Over 65s
Wednesdays, 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Fortnightly – off week of pension
66 Liardet St, Methodist Church Hall, Central
New Plymouth
Strandon
Thursdays, 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Weekly
10 Henui St, Holy Trinity Church Hall, Strandon
New Plymouth
FIND OUR COMMUNITY FOOD HUB HERE
The hub is where we process the surplus food for Foodbanks, Community Groups and our Free Stores.
Unit 1 / 10 Oropuriri Road, Waiwhakaiho, New Plymouth 4310
We want your leftovers, even if they’re ugly!
Is there a one-off event (wedding, funeral, office shout, etc) with surplus food?
Do you have an abundant vege garden? Fruit falling from the tree? Donate it to us and we will give it to those in need.
How can I help?
Big issues like hunger (food poverty) and food waste can be overwhelming to think about. On The House has found a practical way to make a real difference in your community. There are lots of ways to pitch in, from volunteering or donating, to just making some noise about the work we’re doing here!
Want to join the movement?
