Struggling to afford basic things for your child?
Welcome to your Baby Bank
ILFRACOMBE
We collect and then deliver new or nearly new baby and toddler clothes ages 0-3 years, bedding and equipment.
About the baby bank
What is a baby bank?
How can I access the baby bank?
How can I access the baby bank?
A community project based in Ilfracombe. This is a totally new venture for 2024 and soon to become a registered charity. It will evolve and change as we adapt to demand and need and volunteers available.
The baby bank is run and supported by volunteers and local services who want to reduce the effect of financial hardship upon children by providing their families with some of the basic essentials needed to raise a child, completely free of charge.
We coordinate the collection of new or nearly new pre-loved baby clothes, bedding and toys, and gift them to families not able to afford these things. This may be due to a sudden problem, or a more long term financial situation.
The Baby Bank can also supply nappies and wipes if we have them available.
Your order will be given a code for packing and collection, as we want to protect your privacy as much as possible. We recognise some people find it hard to ask for help.
We are not able to supply formula milk. If you are finding it hard to afford formula please contact your midwife, health visitor or local food bank.
How can I access the baby bank?
How can I access the baby bank?
How can I access the baby bank?
Access to use the baby bank is gained by referral from a professional already known to your family, like a midwife, health visitor or family practitioner. They simply click on the chat button found below, add their name and work email and list what you have chosen to order.
Everything is free!
Baby bank volunteers do not meet referred families face to face. Orders are identified by a code only, to protect your privacy as much as possible.
We hope your order will be ready within 1-2 weeks, and we are working on a delivery or collection method.
If you need clothes for older children, please just ask.