News | Chichester District Foodbank

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 […]

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 […]

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