News | Chichester District Foodbank

30 Jul 25

Introducing Think Thursdays and Tea, Toast, Talk: new groups at Chichester District Foodbank

Here at Chichester District Foodbank, we’re more than just food – we’re a community. We’ve been listening closely to the people who use our services, including our Stand Stronger Together group, to understand what matters the most. That’s why, starting this September, we’re launching two brand-new, completely free groups at our Chichester centre! These welcoming […]

18 Jul 25

Thank you for supporting the distribution of 900 Kids’ Lunch Packs this summer

As the summer holidays begin, we’ve distributed over 900 Kids Lunch Packs (KLPs) across the district, including Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth and Selsey. These packs help ensure that children who usually rely on free school meals won’t go hungry during the summer break. We run this initiative three times a year, before each of the […]

16 Jul 25

Free and low-cost family activities for summer 2025

We know the summer holidays can be tough – six weeks is a long stretch to keep the kids entertained, especially when budgets are tight. Fortunately, we live in a beautiful part of the world with plenty of free and low-cost activities to enjoy, especially when the sun is shining. Make the most of […]

9 Jul 25

Download our free ‘Bites on a Budget’ six-recipe leaflet

Following the fantastic response to our Bites on a Budget pilot in Chichester earlier this year, and a successful follow-up course in Midhurst, we’re excited to announce the release of our brand new Bites on a Budget leaflet – featuring six delicious, low-cost recipes. Download Bites on a Budget for free here. We’ll have […]

8 Jul 25

Join us – become a volunteer at Chichester District Foodbank

At Chichester District Foodbank, we’re committed to ensuring no one in our community goes hungry. Each day, we help people facing real crises – families choosing between heating and eating, individuals suddenly without income, parents skipping meals for their children. And none of this would be possible without our dedicated volunteers. Now we need you […]

3 Jul 25

Thank you for supporting us at the Petworth Fete in the Park and Chichester Gala

On Saturday 28 June, we were lucky to be part of two great community events – Fête in the Park in Petworth and the Chichester Gala. Thanks to the generosity and support of everyone involved, we raised an incredible £1,500: £900 in Petworth and £687 in Chichester. We’d like to express our sincere thanks to […]

1 Jul 25

Kingsbridge Padel Tournament raises nearly £7,000 for Chichester District Foodbank

We’re incredibly grateful to announce that Kingsbridge Estates has raised an amazing £6,910 for Chichester District Foodbank through their first-ever South Coast Charity Padel Tournament held at Chichester Racquets & Fitness Club on 26 June 2025. Hosted under sunny skies, the event brought together teams from across the local property industry for a competitive and […]

30 Jun 25

Join us at the Swanfield Summer Event on Thursday 31 July 2025

Join us for an afternoon of summer fun at the Swanfield Summer Event on Thursday 31 July 2025, hosted by A2Dominion. This free community celebration is packed with activities and entertainment for all ages! Chichester District Foodbank will be there to tell you more about our services. Play the “Guess the Cost of the Food […]

25 Jun 25

Match My Project success: thanks to Hyde and partners, we’re enhancing our services

At Chichester District Foodbank, we’re incredibly grateful to Hyde and all businesses who have supported us through Hyde’s Match My Project programme. Their generosity has helped us turn our new warehouse into a more welcoming, functional and supportive space for everyone who walks through our doors. Thanks to Hyde’s commitment to connecting us with businesses […]

23 Jun 25

Thanks for a great weekend at the Cheese and Chilli Festival

We had a great time at the Cheese and Chilli Festival in Oaklands Park, Chichester this weekend raising much-needed funds for our food bank. We’d like to say big thank you to the organisers for having us, to our incredible volunteers, and to everyone who came over to chat and support us. Thanks to your […]

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