Welcome to the Foodbank Cooperative!

Feeding your Family Should Not Be This Uncertain

You make plans. You set a budget. You manage your resources carefully. 
But food prices continue to rise, quantities shrink, and your money does not go as far as it used to. It is not a question of effort, it is simply becoming harder to keep up with changing food costs. 

The Foodbank Cooperative provides a more reliable way to access essential food items at fair and consistent prices. By coming together as a community, we can reduce costs, avoid price shocks, and make everyday food shopping more predictable. 

This is a practical solution for anyone who wants more control, more value, and less stress around food spending. 

What is the Foodbank Cooperative?

The Foodbank Cooperative is a member-led community that gives you access to essential food items at more affordable prices. 

We organize food bazaars and distribution events on a regular basis, helping members access essential food items at prices they can plan around. 

We partner directly with suppliers, buy in bulk, and pass the benefits to our members.  

It is simple, transparent, and built for people who just want food to be more accessible. 

how it works

Joining is free. There are no long process and no hidden fees.

Step 1 — Sign Up via AltConnect 

Download the AltConnect app from your app store or sign up on our website.  

Step 2 — Join the Foodbank Cooperative Community 

Inside the app, find and join the Foodbank Cooperative group.

Step 3 — Get Verified

We review every request before adding members to the group. Once you are approved, you will get updates on food events near you. 

Step 3 — Get Verified

We review every request before adding members to the group. Once you are approved, you will get updates on food events near you. 

Step 5 — Shop at the Bazaar

Join the next bazaar in your area. You can come with your friends and family, everyone is welcome. Buy what you need at affordable prices and head home satisfied. 

What You Get as a Member

Access to regular discounted food bazaars 

Up to 15% off the cost of food items 

Early updates on food availability and pricing

Transparent process — no middlemen, no inflated prices

A more predictable way to manage your household food budget 

Support and engagement from other members in your community

What Can You Buy? 

Each food bazaar includes core staples such as: 

Rice

Beans

Garri

Spaghetti

Vegetable Oil

Seasoning Cubes and more

You will receive a full list of available items and prices before each event. 

Who is this for?

The Foodbank Cooperative is open to everyone who wants a smarter way to feed themselves or their household: 

  • Parents trying to manage a monthly food budget 
  • Students looking for stability in food prices 
  • Workers and salary earners who are tired of constant market changes 
  • Retirees and caretakers 
  • Business owners who feed staff regularly 
  • Anyone who wants to reduce food costs without compromising on quality 

why this works

By working together, we can: 

  • Buy food in bulk directly from suppliers 
  • Avoid inflated pricing from middlemen 
  • Keep members informed and in control 
  • Offer stable pricing that makes planning easier

You are buying your food at better prices, with more control, through a cooperative that works for people like you.  

Join the Foodbank Cooperative Today

Thousands of Nigerians are already part of this growing community You can be next 

  • Download AltConnect  
  • Join the Foodbank Cooperative  
  • Get verified and start receiving updates  
  • Attend a bazaar and shop with ease 

Because feeding yourself well should not be a struggle. 

 

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