News | Chichester District Foodbank

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 […]

22 Aug 25

Chi-Hub Southbourne: support, savings and community under one roof

Chi-Hub – Chichester Help & Information Hub Looking to save money, find out about benefits you might not know about, or just enjoy coffee and cake in a friendly space? Come along to Chi-Hub in Southbourne, where local organisations will be on hand to offer advice, support and practical help for you and your family. […]

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 […]

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