For too many families, nutritious food is becoming an unaffordable luxury. More than 3.7 million households now experience moderate to severe food insecurity.  

'Recently at a school, one of the boys received a banana and said it was the first time he had ever tried one, and he loved it. A lot of people don't realise how prevalent food insecurity is,' said Emily. 

As a Community Partner of The One Box, it’s a cause we’re proud to support. 'We’re fortunate to have a great partnership with Bank First. Our values are really aligned and it’s all about supporting the community at a grassroots level,’ said Emily. 

More than just food relief, The One Box supports wellbeing by reducing the stress and shame that often comes with food insecurity. Food relief is provided in a dignified way through plain boxes distributed at trusted school and community hubs. 

'Most people who receive a box don’t actually know about The One Box, and that’s to ensure that nobody feels shame for receiving food relief. Everybody in Australia deserves to eat well,' said CEO of The Fruit Box Group and Secretary of The One Box, Brendan Shaw.

'We support approximately 2,500 families each week, providing 6-8kgs of fresh produce to those families through our school partnerships.’ 

Independent evaluation by Monash Business School confirms improved dietary habits among recipients, with children snacking on fruit and eating more balanced meals. ‘We haven’t seen kids eat as healthily as they are now with The One Box,' said a School Coordinator. 

The One Box strengthens community connections and even plays a vital role in the resettlement journey for refugee and newly arrived families.

With each box, The One Box is improving nutrition, easing financial stress and giving kids the opportunity to perform at their best in class.