SOFEA
SOFEA empowers young people and communities through food, support and opportunity.
Who we are
SOFEA is a charity working across Oxfordshire and Milton Keynes, tackling inequality by linking youth development, food redistribution and community support.
How it works
We support young people facing barriers to education and employment with tailored learning, wellbeing and employability programmes. At the same time, we redistribute surplus food through our Community Larder network, improving access to affordable food while creating volunteering, training and work experience opportunities.
Why it matters
Our approach creates a cycle of opportunity. Surplus food becomes a valuable community resource, local connections grow stronger, and young people gain the skills, confidence and experience they need to build brighter futures. By addressing food insecurity, social isolation and barriers to employment together, we create lasting positive change for individuals and communities.

