News | Hart Foodbank

4 Jun 26

Helping children & families build confidence around food – Discover Food Labs

We are pleased to share information about Food Labs, a free programme designed to help professionals and organisations run fun, inclusive food exploration sessions for children and families. Food Labs uses curiosity, sensory exploration, and hands-on “food scientist” activities to help children develop confidence around food in a safe, supportive, and pressure-free environment. The approach […]

3 Jun 26

Can you spare any carrier bags?

We are appealing for donations of good-quality carrier bags to help us distribute food and essential items to local people in need. Every week, we use large numbers of carrier bags to pack and transport food parcels. While food donations are always vital, carrier bags are another everyday item that helps us get support to […]

2 Jun 26

Shortages List 2nd June 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Tinned Vegetables** Savoury Biscuits Fruit Squash Washing-Up Liquid** Washing Detergents Household Cleaning Items Thank you, as always, your donations to the foodbank are really appreciated 🙏❤️ Items marked, if any, with * are currently low in stock, or with ** nearly out of stock. […]

31 May 26

Celebrating our volunteers during Volunteers’ Week

This week is Volunteers’ Week, a chance to recognise and celebrate the incredible people who give their time, skills, and energy to support communities across the UK. At Hart Foodbank, our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. From collecting and sorting donations, packing food parcels, welcoming visitors, supporting warehouse operations, driving deliveries, […]

29 May 26

Can you add one extra item?

Every time you shop, one small extra item can make a big difference to someone in need. At Hart Foodbank, we continue to support individuals and families across our community who are struggling with the rising cost of living. For many people, everyday essentials are becoming increasingly difficult to afford, and demand for support remains […]

27 May 26

Half-term pressures: when school holidays increase financial strain

For many families, school holidays are a time to relax, spend time together, and enjoy a break from routine. But for households already struggling with the rising cost of living, half-term can also bring added financial pressure. During term time, free school meals provide an important source of support for many children and families. When […]

22 May 26

Hunger in the UK: It’s about more than budgeting

When people talk about hunger and poverty, there’s often a misconception that it’s simply about budgeting better. But for many people facing hardship across the UK, that couldn’t be further from the truth. People on the lowest incomes already know exactly where every penny goes. They carefully manage bills, food shopping, travel, and essentials every […]

20 May 26

New interactive tool shows the impact of FoodBanks in your local area

We are encouraging people to explore a new interactive tool that reveals how many emergency food parcels have been distributed in their local area. By simply entering a postcode, you can see the level of support being provided within your community and gain a clearer understanding of the growing need many households are facing. The […]

18 May 26

Shortages List 18th May 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Soup Packets* Savoury/Sweet Spreads Mashed Potato Packets*** Shower Gel Shampoo & Conditioner Nappies – Sizes 5,6,& 7 Thank you, as always, your donations to the foodbank are really appreciated 🙏❤️ Items marked, if any, with * are currently low in stock, or with ** […]

18 May 26

📢 Spring Bank Holiday closure notice

Please note that both the Hart Foodbank and Community Pantry will be closed on the Spring Bank Holiday Monday (25 May). We will reopen as normal on Thursday, 28 May. Thank you for your understanding and continued support 💚

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