News

4 Jun 24

Celebrating the success of Midhurst Munchies

We are delighted to share the success of our recent Midhurst Munchies event. The turnout was fantastic, and the feedback from our community has been incredibly positive. It’s clear that there is a significant demand for such community gatherings in Midhurst. From the moment the event began, the energy and enthusiasm were truly heart-warming. Families, […]

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3 Jun 24

Urgent call for volunteers: Join us for exciting Summer events

We have an exciting lineup of summer events, and we need your help to make them a success! These events are fantastic opportunities to support our community, meet new people, and have fun while making a difference. Here’s what’s coming up: Saturday 29 June: Priory Park Event in Chichester Time: 12:30-2:30pm & 2:30-4:30pm Details: Enjoy […]

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3 Jun 24

Thank you to our Volunteers: Making a difference together

As we celebrate Volunteers’ Week, we want to share with you some important and heartfelt updates on the incredible impact of your efforts. On Wednesday, 15 May 2024, we released our latest statistics on the number of emergency food parcels provided by Chichester District Foodbank between April 2023 and March 2024. The figures reveal the […]

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3 Jun 24

May statistics: A significant increase in demand for support

Chichester District Foodbank has seen a significant increase in demand for support this May compared to the same period last year. The latest statistics highlight the growing need within our community and underscore the vital role our services play in providing essential support to those facing hardship. Monthly statistics: May 2024 vs. May 2023 Vouchers […]

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3 Jun 24

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week at Chichester District Foodbank

As we celebrate Volunteers’ Week, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible volunteers who make Chichester District Foodbank a beacon of hope and support in our community. Your dedication, compassion, and hard work are truly inspiring, and we couldn’t do what we do without you. Message from Joanne Kondabeka, CEO at Chichester […]

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1 Jun 24

Celebrating Pride Month: Embracing diversity and addressing hunger

Pride Month is an annual celebration in June that honours the LGBTQ+ community, their history, achievements, and ongoing struggle for equality. It’s a vibrant reminder of the importance of acceptance, diversity, and love. Did you know that 1 in 4 people in the LGBTQ+ community in the UK face hunger? This highlights a crucial issue […]

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22 May 24

Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) Programme

The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme, fully funded by the Department for Education, provides an incredible opportunity for children who are entitled to benefits-related free school meals. This initiative allows these children to attend participating holiday activity clubs and enjoy a free meal.   Who is Eligible? Children eligible for benefits-related free school meals […]

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16 May 24

Recognising Global Accessibility Awareness Day

Today, 16 May, we join others around the globe in observing Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD), a day focused on digital access and inclusion for the millions with disabilities or impairments. At Chichester District Foodbank, this issue really resonates with us as nearly 10% of the individuals we have helped with emergency food parcels are […]

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15 May 24

Stats on the number of emergency food parcels that Chichester District Foodbank provided within our local community between April 2023 and March 2024.

On Wednesday 15 May 2024, we released our stats on the number of emergency food parcels that Chichester District Foodbank provided within our local community between April 2023 and March 2024. The worrying new figures reveal that we have provided 9,091 food parcels to people who couldn’t afford the essentials in Chichester District over the […]

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14 May 24

Chichester District Foodbank and Chichester Cathedral: A service of togetherness

Join us on Sunday 30 June at Chichester Cathedral for a special service dedicated to unity and support within our community. This event is an opportunity to gather with fellow supporters and volunteers who play a vital role in serving the most vulnerable in our district. Event details: Date: Sunday 30 June Time: 3pm Location: Chichester Cathedral This […]

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