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Shortages List 27th July 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Tinned Spaghetti Tinned Fruit Savoury Biscuits Shower Gel Toothbrushes Toilet Rolls 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 note […]

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Share your garden harvest and help local families

As summer gardens begin to flourish, we are inviting local residents to donate any surplus homegrown fruit to help families in our community. If your apple or plum tree is overflowing, or you have an abundance of pears, blackberries or other fresh fruit that you can’t use, why not share it with someone who will […]

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Warehouse opening hours update – Thursday afternoon change

We would like to let all our supporters, volunteers, donors and referral partners know about a small change to the opening hours of our Victoria Road Warehouse in Fleet. From Thursday 30 July, our Thursday afternoon opening hours will change to: 🕑 2.00pm – 3.30pm Our Monday opening hours remain unchanged and will continue to be: 🕜 1.30pm – 3.00pm Updated Warehouse […]

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Hook Guides support Hart Foodbank this summer

We would like to say a huge thank you to the fantastic Guides from Hook, who recently gave up their time to help prepare food donation bags at Tesco Hook ahead of the busy summer holiday period. The Guides worked alongside Tesco colleague Linda, carefully assembling and labelling donation bags that shoppers can easily pick […]

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Shortages List 21st July 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Coffee Fruit Juice Savoury Spreads (Marmite etc) Washing-up Liquid** Shampoo* Toilet Rolls 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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Summer holidays: We’re here to help

For many families, the summer holidays are a time to relax, enjoy the sunshine and create lasting memories. But when school closes for the summer, many parents face an unwelcome challenge – higher household costs. With children at home throughout the holidays, food bills can rise quickly. Breakfasts, lunches, snacks and drinks all add to […]

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The hidden face of foodbank use: It could be someone you know

When people think about who uses a foodbank, it’s easy to picture someone who has been unemployed for a long time or has no other options. The reality is very different. Every week, we meet people from all walks of life who have found themselves facing circumstances they never expected. Foodbanks exist because life can […]

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☀️ Hot weather can bring hidden challenges

While many people think winter is the hardest time for those struggling financially, summer heatwaves can also make life more difficult. Staying hydrated, keeping food fresh, and finding easy, affordable meals all become harder when you’re already trying to make ends meet. If you’re finding things tough, please remember you’re not alone. Our foodbank is […]

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Shortages List 14th July 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Long Life Milk*** Fruit Juice** Porridge* Detergents/Washing Powder Men’s Shaving Items Men’s & Ladies Deodorants 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 […]

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Need help? We’re here for you

Anyone can find themselves facing difficult circumstances. Whether it’s due to rising living costs, an unexpected bill, illness, a change in employment, or another crisis, needing a little extra support can happen to any of us. At Hart Foodbank, we’re here to help local people when they need it most. How to access support Getting […]

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