The Soup Kitchen

Formed in 1992 by Central Churches together, the Ipswich Soup Kitchen has been running a nightly outreach program for the homeless and vulnerable within the town.

We encounter a range of clients at the Soup Kitchen with varying needs, we understand that a “one size fits all” approach doesn’t work with our clients and as such we try to tailor support around an individual’s needs to ensure that we are offering them the best service possible. We work closely with the NHS Health Outreach Service, to refer clients who are in need of medical support. We also have the Samaritans at the Soup Kitchen twice a month to support clients.

We have increased our relationships with our partners and we are now working alongside the NHS to offer Hepatitis C tests to our clients who would usually fall through the cracks. We are also working with a grant provider to be able to apply for applications for essentials for our clients to make them as comfortable as possible during their journey.

We have a volunteer base of over 150 volunteers who give their time and bring food to clients in need and these people come from all walks of life with the same end goal, supporting those in need within our town.

We will serve any adult that has a need, we do not ask about circumstances, if you are at the Soup Kitchen and are in need, we will help in the best way that we can.