Chichester District Foodbank

❗Chichester District Foodbank provided 5,772 emergency food parcels to local people facing hunger last year – 39% of those were for children. We need lasting change. And we’re campaigning with @TrussellUK to make this happen – are you with us? 💚

🚨 BREAKING: 6 million people are facing hunger in the UK, including 2m children. This is a 20% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels. These new stats from DWP reveal a heart-breaking injustice; too many people are being trapped in severe hardship.

We're hiring! Join the Chichester District Foodbank team as our Participation Manager & help create safe, inclusive spaces, build trusted relationships, and support people to grow in confidence and help shape the services they use.💚 Find out more: chichesterdistrict.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/vaca…

Every item donated helps someone locally. When you check the app first, your donation goes exactly where it's needed most. Download the free BanktheFood app and join the Five Things challenge. #BanktheFood

From today, you can find pre-made packs of essential items at @Tesco! 🥫 Look out for the food donation packs when you next head to Tesco Extra in #Chichester. If you’re heading there soon, please pop a bag in your basket to donate to us. Thank you for your support. 💚

Not all food banks need the same items at the same time - so how do you know what’s needed locally? The free BanktheFood app shows exactly what your community food bank urgently needs, so you can give what really helps. Download it today. Donate smarter.💚

🥘 Join us for Cook & Connect this spring! We’ve partnered with Crystal Care Collection & @ageukwsbh to bring you a 4-week healthy cooking on a budget course at our #Chichester food bank centre.📞 Book now by calling Lucinda: 07821 787 440

Chichester District Foodbank will be closed on Good Friday & Easter Monday, with no collections or deliveries on these dates. 🌷🐣 Find parcel collection sessions & delivery info here: tinyurl.com/cdc-easter-hou… Wishing you a peaceful Easter! 💛

This week we're at @waitrose in #Chichester on Mon 23, Tues 24 & Thurs 26 March, collecting for the food bank! Please add an extra item or two in your trolley & drop it in our basket. Shopping lists at the entrance show what’s most needed. Thank you. 💚

We’re launching a Singing for Wellbeing group at our Chichester Centre! 🎶Sing uplifting songs & boost your mood in a welcoming space. No experience needed! 💚 Starts Fri 27 March, 11:30–12:30. Book via keely@chichesterdistrict.foodbank.org.uk

Everyone should be able to keep their home warm. Everyone should be able to afford to put food on the table. Everyone should be able to afford the essentials. Re-post if you agree.

🚨 Lots of people on Universal Credit are in work. Wages are just so low that even with a Universal Credit top up people still can't afford food and bills. Re-post to help us spread the message.

Tea ☕ Toast 🍞 Talk 💬 - this Friday at Chichester District Foodbank! Free hot drinks & toast. All welcome - drop in, no booking needed. Plus, pick up your food parcel if you have a referral. Fri 13 Feb, 9:30–11am, Unit 10 Chichester Trade Centre, PO19 8ET.

Thank you to everyone who supported our Christmas appeal! We've raised £5,000 through our JustGiving campaign. And with match-funding from a local supporter and the Seaford Community of £5,000 each, this means a total of £15,000 to help those who need it most in our community! 💚

Free & low-cost Christmas Day meals in Chichester & Arun 🎄🍽️ If you or someone you know may be alone, there are welcoming community meals offering good food & friendly company. 💚 Full list: chichesterdistrict.foodbank.org.uk/2025/12/11/fre…

🎄Our Parcel of Hope Christmas appeal is live! Help us support those facing hunger in Chichester - every donation will be doubled thanks to a generous local supporter. Watch stories of hope & donate here: justgiving.com/page/parcelofh… 💚

The rising cost of essentials like heating will drive many more people to the doors of food banks for the first time this winter. This is exactly why we need urgent action to support people on the lowest incomes in the upcoming Budget.

Thank you so much to all the local businesses, churches, schools & individuals who have been collecting for our food bank this harvest! As we gear up for the toughest time of year for many families, we're so grateful for your support. 💚

A huge thank you to everyone donating this #FoodBankFortnight 🙌 Emily at @ChiDistFoodbank told us "Food Bank Fortnight matters because need is rising, but food donations are at a five-year low. Right now, we’re having to buy food just to keep up.