Food Support
In-kind Social Relief of Distress — food parcels and vouchers assessed by a social worker — plus the NGO food bank layer.
Also searched as: food, food parcel, hunger, food bank, grocery, meals.
Guides on food support
Frequently asked questions
Can I get food parcels AND the R370 grant?
The in-kind relief targets those without other support — receiving the grant usually excludes parcels for the same period. But applicants awaiting first payment, or declined applicants, are exactly who it's for.
Read the full guide: SASSA food parcels: the other Social Relief of Distress
How fast does help arrive?
Genuine emergencies can be assessed quickly — sometimes within days. State the urgency clearly and ask when to return.
Read the full guide: SASSA food parcels: the other Social Relief of Distress
Being written
- Food banks and community kitchens (Basic needs — next few days)