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24 places in the IV postcode area.
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Food
An independent food bank. We don't know whether this one needs a referral voucher — many do. Ring them, or ask a local adviser, before setting out.
From Give Food (opens in a new tab), checked 31 October 2026.
Assynt Foodbank
An independent food bank. We don't know whether this one needs a referral voucher — many do. Ring them, or ask a local adviser, before setting out.
From Give Food (opens in a new tab), checked 28 October 2026.
Community Cafe
Elgin Community Church of God has adopted the following Declaration of Faith as its standard and official expression of its doctrine. We believe: ~ In the verbal inspiration of the Bible. ~ In one God eternally existing in three persons; namely, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. That Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of the Father, conceived of the Holy Spirit, and born of the Virgin Mary.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
Community Food Larder in association with Moray Food Plus, FACT runs the Forres Community Food Larder from the Town Hall. Do you need help? Are you in need and running out of food? Or do you know a family without enough to eat? Forres Food Larder can provide some emergency food if needed.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
Community Pantry
The main aim of the Community Pantry is to prevent food going to waste, whilst at the same time providing a helping hand to anyone needing a little support. It’s a small sage coloured shed that can be found in the Lucky House carpark on Latheron Lane. You need a code to get in and it’s displayed on the Tesco notice board and in the New Broom window and various other places about the village.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 27 August 2026.
An independent food bank. We don't know whether this one needs a referral voucher — many do. Ring them, or ask a local adviser, before setting out.
From Give Food (opens in a new tab), checked 26 October 2026.
A food bank in the Trussell network.
You need a referral first — turning up won't get you in. Ring them, or ask a support worker, health visitor or Citizens Advice to refer you.
Confirmed by 2 sources. From Give Food (opens in a new tab) and Trussell (opens in a new tab), checked 27 October 2026.
An independent food bank. We don't know whether this one needs a referral voucher — many do. Ring them, or ask a local adviser, before setting out.
From Give Food (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
Our larder is primarily open to people of New Elgin and Elgin South with a focus on reducing food waste in the Community. We receive donations from local supermarkets on various days throughout the week.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 27 August 2026.
An independent food bank. We don't know whether this one needs a referral voucher — many do. Ring them, or ask a local adviser, before setting out.
Confirmed by 2 sources. From ALISS (opens in a new tab) and Give Food (opens in a new tab), checked 27 August 2026. Their own record hasn't been updated since 2019, so check before setting out.
Sheila's Community Cafe provides homemade hot food. Stovies, soup, cakes, and hot/cold beverages. We don't ever give a bill, although donations can be given Sheila's Community Cafe is open Tuesday - Friday, 10 am - 2 pm
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 29 October 2026.
A food bank in the IFAN network. We don't know whether this one needs a referral voucher — many do. Ring them, or ask a local adviser, before setting out.
From Give Food (opens in a new tab), checked 31 October 2026.
Food bank providing emergency food parcels to those in need across the Isle of Skye and Lochalsh. Food parcels can be obtained from CAB, social work, housing officers, health care workers, Am Fasgadh. Contact the foodbank directly through their Facebook page.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026. Their own record hasn't been updated since 2022, so check before setting out.
Clothes and warm places
Happy Preloved
Community project helping families in need during the cost of living crisis. Last Friday of every month, 10 am - 4 pm.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 27 August 2026.
Housing Starter Packs
A Starter Pack consists of household items essential to normal day-to-day living. A typical starter pack includes the following good quality used or new items: Cutlery Crockery Pots & pans Household Linens Cleaning Materials Electrical Goods (new)
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026. Their own record hasn't been updated since 2023, so check before setting out.
Work, training and benefits
Barnardo’s Works Moray provide support for young people aged 15-29 through our national and local partnerships, including Moray Pathways, Moray Council and DWP, Cashback for Communities and CITB. We offer support both in a group setting and 1-1 contact sessions where we help to reduce or remove barriers to employment or education.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 27 August 2026.
A digital hub service is offered which provides support to access services online. This includes access to a device, internet, a private space (bookable) and support you need getting online. Elgin Library includes a Learning Centre that provides digital support, IT help hubs, job clubs and accredited IT courses. To book the digital hub, contact via phone or email
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
We support individuals who require additional help into fair and sustainable jobs. The local Jobcentres are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am - 5pm and Wednesday 10am - 5pm. Work Coaches are available to support you to move towards employment.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 27 August 2026.
Moray Pathways
Moray Pathways is the local employability partnership that includes a large network of employment support organisations and local employers from the public, private and third sector. We support individuals who require additional help in to fair and sustainable jobs. The Moray Employer Recruitment Incentive helps people with the greatest barriers to employment get jobs and stay in jobs.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
Our Elgin Recycling Centre, operating in partnership with Moray Council, is a behind-the-scenes hub where trainees gain hands-on experience in sorting and processing kerbside recycling, including plastics, tins and cans collected from households across Moray.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
We support individuals to build their career management, work-based and employability skills, throughout their career journey, from school, into further learning opportunities and employment. Our career advisers are available to speak to you in career centres and community venues across Scotland. Meetings by appointment only.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
We support individuals to build their career management, work-based and employability skills, throughout their career journey, from school, into further learning opportunities and employment. Our career advisers are available to speak to you in career centres and community venues across Scotland. Meetings by appointment only.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
Housing and homelessness
Cale House
If you don't have a permanent home for any reason, Cale House can offer you move-on accommodation for up to two years. During this time we can also support you as you prepare to secure and maintain your own tenancy. Our accommodation is made up of 8 double flats and 6 single flats.
You need a referral first — turning up won't get you in. Ring them, or ask a support worker, health visitor or Citizens Advice to refer you.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026.
Moray Citizens Advice Bureau
Moray Citizens Advice Bureau offer free, independent, impartial and confidential advice and information on various financial and consumer issues including: Benefits, Consumer Debt, Employment, Housing, Legal, Tax, and Utilities.
You can just turn up. No referral or voucher needed.
From ALISS (opens in a new tab), checked 30 October 2026. Their own record hasn't been updated since 2023, so check before setting out.