7-9 Summerside Street, Toukley
At Toukley Neighbourhood Centre (TNC), we believe that no one should go hungry. We provide a range of food support services to help individuals and families experiencing hardship. Whether you need emergency food assistance or a warm meal, our programs are here to help.
Our food services are available thanks to the generosity of our community partners, volunteers, and donors.
Our Community Pantry is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing free, accessible food and essential supplies for anyone in need. Located at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre, the pantry is stocked with non-perishable food items and is regularly replenished with community donations.
💡 How it works:
✔ Open to everyone—no referral or appointment needed
✔ Take what you need, leave what you can
✔ Donations of canned goods, pasta, rice, and hygiene products are always welcome
📍 Find it at: Toukley Neighbourhood Centre, 7-9 Summerside Street, Toukley
For those in urgent need, emergency food hampers are available on the day, providing a mix of frozen meals and non-perishable food items to help get through tough times.
💡 How to Access an Emergency Hamper:
✔ Available Monday to Friday during TNC opening hours
✔ No booking required—just speak to our team at reception
✔ Provided based on availability to those in immediate need
📍 Location: Toukley Neighbourhood Centre
📞 For support, call: (02) 4396 1555
💡 If you or someone you know is struggling with food access, reach out—we’re here to help.
Every Thursday, we host a free community meal, offering a nutritious and welcoming dining experience for anyone in need of a hot meal and good company. This is a great opportunity to connect with others in a relaxed and friendly environment.
📅 When: Thursdays from 12 - 2 PM
📍 Where: Toukley Neighbourhood Centre
💡 No booking required—just come along and enjoy a meal!
This initiative is supported by volunteers and community donations, ensuring that everyone has access to a freshly prepared meal in a safe and welcoming space.
Toukley Neighbourhood Centre partners with OzHarvest and Bikers Hand Charity Hub to provide free food hampers twice a week, offering fresh produce and pantry staples to those facing food insecurity. For those with pets, we also have limited supplies of pet food.
📅 Hamper Collection Days:
✔ Tuesdays – Available from early afternoon
✔ Fridays – Available from early afternoon
💡 How to Access OzHarvest Hampers:
1️⃣ Complete an Intake Assessment – Before receiving a hamper, we conduct a short intake process to ensure that we are assisting those most in need.
2️⃣ Register for a Hamper – Once approved, recipients can register on a first-come, first-served basis for one hamper per fortnight.
3️⃣ Collect on Your Scheduled Day
📍 Location: Toukley Neighbourhood Centre
📞 For enquiries, call: (02) 4396 1555
💡 If you or someone you know is struggling to access food, reach out to us—we’re here to help.
We rely on community support to keep our food services running. You can help by:
✔ Donating non-perishable food to our Community Pantry
✔ Volunteering to assist with food distribution or meal preparation
✔ Making a financial contribution to support ongoing food relief
Toukley Neighbourhood Centre, Inc
7-9 Summerside St, Toukley NSW 2263, Australia
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