Act now for a future where poverty can’t keep anyone down

Church Action on Poverty is proud to be part of Let’s End Poverty – a diverse, growing movement of people who are united behind a vision for a UK where poverty can’t keep anyone down. Whoever you are, whatever your experience, join us. Let’s end poverty – now, together, forever.

 

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38 years of amazing work in the North East are marked

Group members, friends and guests at the Passing On The Torch event Friends, supporters and members, past and present, gathered at St Joseph’s in Gateshead as Church Action on Poverty North East (CAPNE) celebrated 38 years of work challenging poverty

What two-way hospitality can look like in churches

Geoff Moore looks at food, faith and fellowship, and how his church (and others) can encourage two-way hospitality.  Geoff delivered this sermon at St Brandon’s in Brancepeth, near Durham, on Church Action on Poverty Sunday. Readings: Isaiah 35:3-6; Psalm 147:1-7;

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We’re in a new food alliance, with a message for Government

16 October 2026 The launch of the Affordable Food Alliance Leading affordable food organisations have joined forces, and are urging the Government to recognise their role in tackling hunger, food insecurity and community fragmentation. The new Affordable Food Alliance includes