News | Chichester District Foodbank

20 Feb 26

Fresh Eggs for Easter Appeal

This Easter, if you’d like to donate an egg to Chichester District Foodbank, we’d love fresh eggs, please! We think eggs are the original fast food – quick and easy to make, nutritious, and perfect on their own or in hundreds of recipes! Boiled, scrambled, fried, or poached – the choice is endless. A few […]

20 Feb 26

Andy’s story: the power of partnership and being heard

When Andy reached out to our food bank for support, he was facing a housing crisis. Unable to work due to serious health conditions, he was living in a private rented property with rising rent that had become impossible to sustain. The fear of losing his home — and of failing his son, left […]

19 Feb 26

Building a future without hunger – how your business can make a difference for local people

At Chichester District Foodbank, we see firsthand the impossible choices people face every day – paying rent or buying food, heating their homes or getting to work. Last year alone, we provided over 6,000 emergency food parcels and offered practical, compassionate support to local people across the district in Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth and Selsey. This vital work […]

15 Dec 25

Chichester District Foodbank – Christmas & New Year opening hours

Chichester District Foodbank will be closed over Christmas and will reopen for foodbank parcel collection sessions on Friday, 2 January 2026. Last foodbank sessions before Christmas: Chichester: Parcel collection – Wednesday, 24 December, 9:30–11:30 am. (Unit 10, Chichester Trade Centre, Quarry Lane, PO19 8ET) Last deliveries on Tuesday 23 December. Selsey: Parcel collection – Friday, 19 December, 10 am–12 pm. (Selsey Methodist […]

11 Dec 25

Free and low-cost Christmas meals in Chichester & Arun

If you or anyone you know may be feeling isolated, lonely or spending Christmas Day on their own, there are a variety of free and low-cost Christmas meal options available in Arun and Chichester. This is a chance for good food, great company, and friendly social interaction. Available meals include: Four Streets Homeless Supper Club, Chichester Open 365 […]

4 Dec 25

Chichester District Foodbank launches Parcel of Hope Christmas appeal for 2025

This year has shown us just how powerful our community can be, and we are incredibly grateful for the support you’ve given. As we head into the colder winter months, many families across Chichester District are feeling the strain of rising living costs, at a time of year that should be full of warmth and […]

11 Nov 25

Join us for Festive Bites on a Budget and storytime in Southbourne this December

Join us on Thursday 11 December, 4–6pm at St John’s Church, Main Road, Southbourne, PO10 8LB for Festive Bites on a Budget & Storytime — a joyful afternoon of making, sharing and storytelling. We’re teaming up with Arun and Chichester Food Partnership and the West Sussex Library Service to create a space where families can come […]

8 Nov 25

Sophie’s journey with Chichester District Foodbank – from receiving support to volunteering

When Sophie* first walked through the doors of Chichester District Foodbank two and a half years ago, she never imagined she would one day be volunteering there. Facing financial struggles after giving up work to care for her daughter, Sophie found not only practical support but also a welcoming community that helped her rebuild her […]

5 Nov 25

Chichester District Foodbank needs your vote to give kids a stronger start

Chichester District Foodbank is in the running for Tesco’s Stronger Starts grant, and we need your vote! This fund can give local projects up to £1,500, helping children and families in the community. Kids Lunch Packs – making school holidays easier When school meals stop during holidays, the Foodbank steps in with Kids Lunch Packs. […]

26 Aug 25

Bring hope this Harvest season

As the Harvest season approaches, we are calling on schools, churches, businesses, and community groups to come together to support those in need across our district. This year, our shelves are at their lowest levels in five years, and with winter fast approaching, the demand for food and essentials is growing. We’ll also be preparing […]

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