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Hart Foodbank welcomes new team member, Trevor Cook

We’re pleased to announce that Trevor Cook has recently joined the Hart Foodbank team. Trevor has recently trained as a Debt Coach at the Fleet branch of Christians Against Poverty (CAP UK), and has now taken the important role of Debt Centre Manager for the Fleet branch. His experience and commitment to supporting people facing […]

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How non-food items make a big difference!

When people think of food banks, food is often the first thing that comes to mind – but non-food essentials such as toiletries, hygiene products, and household cleaning supplies are just as important. Items like soap, shampoo, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet roll, washing powder, and cleaning sprays are everyday necessities. Yet for many households facing financial […]

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Shortages List 13th January 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Savoury Spreads Tinned Vegetables Pasta & Cooking Sauces Ketchup & Brown Sauce Household Cleaning Items Men’s  & Women’s Deodorant Thank you, as always, your donations to the foodbank are really appreciated 🙏❤️ Items marked, if any, with * are currently low in stock, or […]

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Behind the numbers: What Foodbank support really means

(in 2025) When we share statistics about food parcels distributed, it’s easy to focus on the numbers – but behind every figure is a real person or family facing difficult circumstances. Each food parcel represents someone who may be experiencing job loss, illness, rising living costs, family breakdown, or an unexpected crisis. For parents, it […]

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BBC Radio Solent Soapbox Appeal – January 2026

We are supporting the BBC Radio Solent Soapbox Appeal, which launched on 5 January 2026, encouraging people to donate toiletries and household cleaning products throughout the month of January. Thousands of people across the South are feeling the impact of the rising cost of living. For many households, everyday essentials such as soap, toothpaste, shampoo, […]

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Free stop smoking support available across Hampshire

If you’re ready to quit smoking in 2026, Smokefree Hampshire offers free, expert support to help you stop smoking for good. Research shows you’re three times more likely to quit successfully with professional support – and Smokefree Hampshire provides tailored help to suit your lifestyle and preferences. What support is available? You can choose the […]

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Shortages List 7th January 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Fruit Squash** Tinned Vegetables Tinned Spaghetti Household Cleaning Items Toothbrushes Men’s Shaving 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. Please […]

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New Year’s Challenge: Help end hunger in 2026!

As we begin 2026, we’re inviting our community to take on a simple but powerful New Year’s Challenge – helping to end hunger locally. Small, regular actions can make a big difference to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Why not make this the year you support Hart Foodbank in one (or more!) of these […]

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Welcome to 2026 – Thank you for standing with Hart Foodbank

As we begin a new year, we want to thank everyone who continues to support Hart Foodbank. Your generosity, kindness, and commitment have helped us provide vital support to individuals and families across our community. While the need for foodbank support remains, so does the strength of our community. With your help, we will continue […]

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Thank you for supporting Hart Foodbank in 2025 – wishing you a happy 2026!

As we step into 2026, we would like to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported Hart Foodbank throughout 2025. From generous donations of food and funds to the dedication of our volunteers, referral partners, schools, churches, businesses, and community groups – your support has made a real difference […]

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