M&S Ipswich

HQ: Ipswich, IP1 3EF, United Kingdom

This is how Marks & Spencer is investing in local communities. A verified record of community support, tracked on Neighbourly.

What Marks & Spencer has delivered.

The positive impact Marks & Spencer has helped to create in communities.

All-time totals

People supported weekly

The number of people indirectly helped each week by the good causes Marks & Spencer has supported

5,026

Good causes supported

13

CO2e saved (tonnes)

235

Money donated

£8,074

Non-food donated (tonnes)

1

Meals donated

154,571

How it works

Here's how businesses create local impact through Neighbourly.

Through Neighbourly, Marks & Spencer has donated surplus food, money and products, turning business resources into meaningful community impact.

  1. 1

    A business gives

    Through Neighbourly, businesses donate resources to local good causes.

  2. 2

    A local good cause puts it to use

    Support goes directly to charities and community organisations, helping them free up time and resources to focus on what matters most.

  3. 3

    People get the support they need

    Whether it's a hot meal, essential products, a safe place to meet or someone to talk to, support reaches people in ways that make a real difference.

  4. 4

    Every contribution counts

    Together, these contributions create real, measurable impact in local communities. That's social value in action.

Causes connected to M&S Ipswich

Verified resources received

Ipswich Top Up Shops

Ipswich, UK

A group of Churches uniting to alleviate food poverty by operating "Top Up" Shops from various Churches in Ipswich through redistribution of surplus food and non food items. Also creating an access point for people to use the services of outside agencies such as debt advice, healthy living, and general wellbeing.

What we've received

Meals276,098
Non-food (tonnes)6.08
Money£230

The Bus Shelter Ipswich CIC

Ipswich, UK

We current have one active converted double decker bus and one under conversion that accommodates up to 6 residents on each. We start by offering a safe environment and provide 24/7 support to break the cycle and need to sleep rough. Our 2nd bus is now complete and ready to hit the road. This bus will cover any area in Suffolk that has a need for it, offering support and advice to anyone that needs it. We will work alongside a multitude of agencies so we can ensure the best support and guidance is available. The bus is equipped with laptops, printer, wifi, toilet, shower and a range of information. In addition to the buses we also have 2 second hand shops, 1 in trimley and 1 in Ipswich which both operate a non referral food bank.

What we've received

Meals117,978
Non-food (tonnes)4.74
Money£400

Ipswich family bank

Ipswich, UK

Ipswich Family Bank 🌈 is a volunteer-led community project based at The Meeting Place Community Centre in Ipswich. We support local families facing hardship by providing food, essential household items, and children’s toys throughout the year. Our mission is to bring relief, dignity, and hope to families in crisis, especially those affected by poverty, low income, or unexpected life challenges. We work to ensure that no family in our community has to go without the essentials. 🌈 How we help Distributing weekly food parcels, clothes,hygiene items and household essentials to families in need. Providing children’s toys, clothing, and essentials. Organising seasonal drives (Christmas, Easter, Back to School) to support local children 🙏 What we need We are seeking ongoing community support through: Surplus or end-of-line food and essentials Children’s toys and household goods Toiletries, cleaning products, and baby supplies Occasional festive or seasonal donations Every contribution — big or small — helps a family in need and strengthens our community.

What we've received

Meals17,502
Non-food (tonnes)0.57
Money£500

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