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community support that changes lives for the better

Working to alleviate hunger & provide for those in need in Northamptonshire

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Big hearts. Big impact.

We rely on the big hearts and amazing community spirit of Northampton volunteers, fundraisers and donors. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your support. Find out how you can get involved with our amazing charity and let’s put care into action.

The King’s Award
for Voluntary Service

In 2023, The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation was honoured to receive formal recognition for the remarkable efforts of our volunteers, from His Majesty King Charles III.

The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, equivalent to an MBE, is the highest recognition given to volunteer groups in the UK. This prestigious award celebrates exceptional organisations with the highest standards of service, who’s volunteers are the driving force behind making positive change in their communities.

You can find out more about our King’s Award for Voluntary Service here and you can learn more about our other achievements here.

We currently offer food-related support to the most vulnerable through; schools, community, county council & NHS groups.

How we help

Food Hub

School Support

The Monday Club

Cheers for Tuesdays

Stay Well Wednesdays

Doorstep Buddies

Gardening & Home Improvements

Learning Opportunities

1-1 Guidance, Support & Referrals

Let’s build community together

There are so many ways you can help us make a difference. Donate, fundraise and volunteer!
Get in touch to find out how you can get involved.

Proud to make a positive impact

Our impact

Thank you and your volunteers for your continued services in providing and delivering food parcels for people on probation. It has been a huge support and greatly received by many individuals who would otherwise struggle to have access to food and toiletries.

Ellie Neeson, HM Prison & Probation Service

Since we have been working with the foundation, they have been instrumental in ensuring that none of our clients will be left without food. The volunteer-led service is a trustworthy, valued ally who have sustained support on an ongoing basis. Our social workers have been able to access much-needed resources in times where funding to local services have been drastically reduced.

Kate Murby, NHS Foundation Trust

Many thanks for supporting the many families in crisis. You have helped over 50 families, including many single adult families who are unable to work, along with many people with moderate learning disabilities, and mental health issues. Your support has been key in helping these families through extremely hard times.

Claire Kalinauckas, Northamptonshire Learning Disabilities Service

The foundation started supporting our individual clients and refuges last year. It has provided food parcels to new clients coming into refuge who have no money or food. They provided Christmas dinners for clients in refuge last year which made a huge difference and brought joy to mothers and children at a difficult time.

Natriece Westwood, Northamptonshire Domestic Abuse Service

Young people in care often have very limited budgets and what you and your team continue to offer them is essential and very much appreciated. You are making such a difference to people that have and are struggling to have food and everyday essentials in their cupboards. A huge thank you to you and your team. You guys are amazing.

Ann-Marie Prendiville, Northamptonshire Children’s Trust

In times of great need, TMDF have provided help and assistance to our most vulnerable families. This help is provided without judgement. Help can be in the form of food, clothing, white goods or just practical advice. The entire team at TMDF work in unison to make a difference and our school's gratitude is huge.

- Graham Trotter, Deputy Headteacher, Stimpson Avenue Academy

Maisie Summers-Newton MBE

This is Maisie.
A Paralympic swimmer & Patron to the charity.

Over the moon to announce that Paralympic Swimmer, Maisie Summers-Newton MBE has became a patron for The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation! Follow Maisie on Instagram.

We always have clubs and classes and outreach programs running to make sure you feel part of our community. Have an explore of all the groups we run and come along! If you’re unsure if a group is right for you, get in touch, we’re here to help.

Latest news

Our Thanks to Rotary Club of Northampton Becket for Their Generous Support

On Thursday 26th February 2026, our founder, Teresa McCarthy-Dixon, had the pleasure of visiting the Rotary Club of Northampton Becket, where she was invited to

Supporting Our Community This Easter!

On Thursday 26th March 2026, we were proud to deliver our Easter Distribution from our Food & Essentials Hub, supporting local families through our network

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What an honour!

We don’t do it for the glory, it’s just nice for the charity to be recognised.

Weetabix Food & Drinks Awards 20/21

Gold COVID-19 Hero

Northamptonshires COVID-19

Community Champions

HRC Shortlist

Outstanding Business of Lockdown

Northamptonshire Carers Awards 2020

Highly Commended Shining Star

National Newspaper Recognition in

The Independent

National Newspaper Recognition in

The Guardian

Community Person or Project of the Year

NBEA 2020

Business Excellence Awards Winner

NBEA 2020

Annual Awards Finalist 2022

Northamptonshire Community Foundation

We’re here for you!

Do you or someone you know need help and support to get through a difficult time? We know that asking for help is not easy, just complete our contact form and we’ll be in touch with more on how we can help.

community support that changes lives for the better

Working to alleviate hunger & provide for those in need in Northamptonshire

NN

Big hearts. Big impact.

The King’s Award
for Voluntary Service

We currently offer food-related support to the most vulnerable through; schools, community, county council & NHS groups.