News | Chichester District Foodbank

30 Jul 24

Tesco Summer donation bags initiative

We are pleased to announce an exciting new initiative by Tesco Extra Chichester to help boost donations to Chichester District Foodbank over the summer holidays. For the next few weeks, Tesco will be running a special scheme designed to make it easier for customers to contribute essential items we are currently short of. How the […]

30 Jul 24

New temporary home in Petworth

Chichester District Foodbank is pleased to announce that it has secured a new home in Petworth, thanks to the generous support of Lord Egremont and his Leconfield estate team. This move is a temporary solution while we continue our search for a long-term lease. Our previous location at the United Reform Church, where we had […]

29 Jul 24

Volunteers needed for upcoming events

We’re excited to announce several upcoming events where we need your help. We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with our efforts, engage with the community, and promote our cause. Mount Noddy (RSPCA) event stand Saturday 14 September 10am – 4pm Volunteer shifts Available: Morning shift: 10am – 1pm Afternoon shift: 1pm – 4pm […]

11 Jul 24

Impacting lives with essential support

At Chichester District Foodbank, we are committed to providing essential support to those in need within our community. Our latest statistics highlight the critical role we play in helping individuals and families facing food insecurity. Recent statistics: Foodbank vouchers issued: 186 Adults fed: 293 Children fed: 184 Total people fed: 477 This means that 477 […]

11 Jul 24

Introducing our new Operations Coordinator: Emily Seex

We are delighted to introduce the newest member of our team, Emily Seex, who joined us at the beginning of June as our Operations Coordinator for the North District, specifically looking after Petworth and Midhurst. Emily brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to supporting our community. A little about Emily Emily is […]

10 Jul 24

Join us at the Bosham Church Fete

We are thrilled to announce that Chichester District Foodbank has been chosen as the charity of the year for the Bosham Church Fete! This wonderful community event is happening this Saturday 13 July, from 2pm to 4:30pm at The Manor House, Bosham, PO18 8HS. Fun for the whole family The fete promises a fun-filled afternoon […]

10 Jul 24

Volunteers needed for upcoming events

We have some exciting events coming up and we need your help to make them a success! Volunteering with us is a great way to give back to the community, meet new people, and make a real difference. Here are the details for our upcoming events where your support is crucial: Tesco store collection Date: […]

10 Jul 24

A story of resilience and Support: A Grandmother’s struggle to help her family

At Chichester District Foodbank, we hear many stories of resilience and the struggle to make ends meet. Recently, a lovely person shared her story at one of our Stand Stronger Together events, shedding light on the challenges faced by many families in our community. Her story “I am a Nan to a single parent family […]

10 Jul 24

Celebrating success at Chichester Gala and Petworth Fete

We are thrilled to share the wonderful news of our recent participation in the Chichester Gala and Petworth Fete. Both events were a resounding success, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support from our community. Chichester Gala At the Chichester Gala, we had an amazing time connecting with our community, raising awareness about […]

3 Jul 24

Enjoy a morning of fun at our Picnic in the Park

We are thrilled to invite you to our Picnic in the Park event, a delightful day of fun, food, and community spirit! This family-friendly gathering will take place in the beautiful setting of The Apple Orchard at Oaklands Park, right behind Chichester Festival Theatre. Event details: Date: Wednesday 21st August Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm Location: […]

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