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10 Jan 25
Looking back: April to December 2024 at Chichester District Foodbank
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From April to December 2024, we supported 4,657 people, with 39% of them being children. Demand for our food parcels grew by 2.8% compared to 2023. These numbers tell a lot about the challenges people in our community are facing. Let’s break it down: What the numbers mean A rise in unique households: There’s been […]
9 Jan 25
Veganuary Recipe of the Month: Tasty carrot & lentil soup
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We’re celebrating Veganuary at Chichester District Foodbank by bringing you this delicious, easy-to-make and affordable carrot and lentil soup! It’s packed with immune-boosting ingredients like turmeric and carrots, making it a perfect pick-me-up during the colder months. We’ve also suggested simple swaps between fresh or tinned ingredients. Ingredients 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped […]
9 Jan 25
Drop-in support at our Chichester food bank centre – January and February 2025
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Did you know that you don’t have to get a food bank voucher to connect with support agencies at our Chichester food bank sessions? During January and February, we can offer you the following support at our food bank sessions, held at 21 Orchard Street, Chichester, PO19 1DD. Citizens Advice: For advice on benefits, housing […]
8 Jan 25
The Mayor of Chichester’s Charity Concert starring The Selsey Shantymen
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Ahoy, music lovers! Get ready to be transported to the high seas with the rousing and heartwarming tunes of The Selsey Shantymen! Chichester City Council and the Mayor of Chichester are hosting a night of sea shanties in aid of Chichester District Foodbank, to raise vital funds and help us continue our mission to end […]
8 Jan 25
Bites on a Budget: Learn to cook affordable, healthy, and tasty meals
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Chichester District Foodbank is excited to introduce Bites on a Budget, a 4-week pilot cookery course in February, designed to help you create quick, easy, and affordable meals that are anything but boring! The recipes have been created by professional chef Anton Korolenko, who will also be leading the sessions. What you’ll get out of […]
7 Jan 25
Stand Stronger Together is back for 2025
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Stand Stronger Together is a weekly community event at our Chichester food bank centre, designed to offer more than just food – it’s a welcoming space where people can gather, connect and receive support in a relaxed, friendly setting. Run by our Campaigns Coordinator, Keely, the group takes place every Tuesday during term-time and provides […]
23 Dec 24
Christmas closures and new year opening hours
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Chichester District Foodbank is now closed for Christmas and will reopen on Thursday, 2 January 2025. Here’s the post-Christmas schedule for our food bank centres: Chichester: first in-person session is on Friday, 3 January, 4–6 pm at 21 Orchard St. PO19 1DD. Midhurst & Petworth: deliveries resume on Thursday, 2 January. Selsey: first in-person collection […]
19 Dec 24
Thank you for helping us fight hunger: 4500kg donated this Christmas!
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Chichester District Foodbank would like to say a special thank you to the wonderful individuals, organisations, businesses, schools and churches who collected and contributed over 4,500kg of food this Christmas. Your generosity means we can provide over 11,000 extra meals to those facing hunger! 360 Design Axa / Taking Care Bishop Luffa School Chichester Cathedral […]
13 Dec 24
Stand Stronger Together: Celebrating 2024 and looking forward to 2025
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Stand Stronger Together is a weekly community event at our Chichester food bank centre, designed to offer more than just food – it’s a welcoming space where people can gather, connect and receive support in a relaxed, friendly setting. Run by our Campaigns Coordinator, Keely, the group takes place every Tuesday during term-time and provides […]
4 Dec 24
1,848 Kilos of food collected at Tesco to support those in need
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We’re delighted to share that during our recent Tesco collection from 28-30 November, we gathered an incredible 1,848.50 kilos of food – the equivalent to 4,621 meals! Winter is the busiest season for us, as rising energy bills and the added costs of Christmas put extra strain on those already struggling to make ends meet. […]