Did You Know?
According to the Office of National Statistics, in Bedfordshire alone, it is estimated that there are more than 32,000 children living in poverty.
(April 2022)
FACES Baby Bank
FACES Baby Bank launched on 1st January 2023 and now runs out of new premises at Bedford Foodbank, Murdoch Road, Bedford. All donations and collections are by appointment only. Please do not come to the Baby Bank without an appointment.
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We are really excited to provide this service, which is run by our Chair of Trustees and a number of amazing volunteers, and is dedicated to supporting families in Bedford and its surrounding communities with equipment and support for children under 7 years.
The Baby Bank offers a range of items including clothes, equipment, toiletries, formula, nappies and unbranded school uniform. Please complete the referral form on the Professionals page, email jennie.bayliss@facesbedford.org or call 07596885216 with a list of what you require.
Find out more about how you can help or how you can receive help from us, by following the links below.
All enquiries must be through jennie.bayliss@facesbedford.org in the first instance or via the referral form on the Professionals page.
We are proud members of the Baby Bank Alliance. The Alliance exists to support and advocate for UK baby banks so that every child has the essentials they need to thrive. They have conducted the first ever national survey of baby banks, which revealed that almost 200,000 children were supported last year (data from 148 of the 300+ UK baby banks). With 4.3 million children living in poverty in the UK, baby banks like us need your support. Click here to find out more about the Baby Bank Alliance.
How can we help?
Who are we?
We are a team of volunteers who believe that every child deserves the best start in life. We aim to provide support and essential items to families who may be feeling overwhelmed by the requirements of a baby or young child. We are here to help.
Professionals & Referrals
If you are working with a family who could benefit from our service, please complete the referral form on our professionals page or email our lead Trustee directly. Please be aware this form should only be completed by professionals or social enterprises.
We are very grateful for donations that are in good condition and that we can pass on to people in need. We cannot accept items that we know we will not be able to use. We are currently in short supply of a number of items - check our list for more details.
Baby Bank Facts and Figures
Contact the Baby Bank
email: jennie.bayliss@facesbedford.org
mob: 07596 885216
All collections and donations are currently by appointment via email or phone. Please do not take them to the Community Centre or the Baby Bank without a confirmed appointment.