News | Hart Foodbank

29 Mar 26

Easter demand highlights ongoing need for community support

As Easter approaches, we are prepared for a seasonal increase in demand, with more individuals and families needing support during what can be a particularly challenging time of year. While Easter is often seen as a time of celebration, for many in our community, it can bring added financial pressure – from school holidays to […]

27 Mar 26

Generous Easter donation from Calthorpe Park School

We are incredibly grateful to Calthorpe Park School for their generous donation of 300 Easter eggs to support our community this spring. The donation was collected earlier this week by Paddy using the Harty Mobile Van, ready to be distributed to local families. These Easter treats will help bring a little extra joy to individuals […]

27 Mar 26

New CAP Debt Help Centre launches in Fleet

We’re pleased to share positive news for our local community with the launch of a new CAP Debt Help Centre at Fleet Baptist Church. Led by Trev Cook, the centre is part of Christians Against Poverty (CAP), a UK charity dedicated to tackling poverty through free debt advice and community-based support. As the cost-of-living crisis […]

25 Mar 26

Shortages List 25th March 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Sponge Puddings Savoury Biscuits Savoury Spreads Mashed Potato Packets Panty Liners & Tampons Tissues 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 […]

25 Mar 26

Warehouse move successfully completed thanks to community support

This week, we successfully completed our warehouse move – a major milestone made possible by the incredible support of our volunteers and local community. The move comes after a recent urgent appeal, when we needed to vacate our overflow warehouse and safely transport large volumes of food stock to a new location. Without the right […]

22 Mar 26

Generous donation supports warehouse move

We’re delighted to share a fantastic act of generosity from one of our valued local supporters, Megan Mechanical. Following a recent appeal for support with our warehouse move, we were looking to purchase dollies to help safely and efficiently transport stock. Steve reached out to Megan Mechanical to see if they could contribute to the […]

19 Mar 26

A season of hope: welcoming spring in our community 🌼

Today (20 March) marks the first official day of spring – a season of new beginnings, growth, and renewed hope. As we look ahead, it’s a chance to reflect on what matters most to our community. At the heart of everything we do is a shared hope for: Stronger, more connected communities People receiving the […]

18 Mar 26

Supporting our community: The vital role of the Foodbank

As the cost of living continues to impact families across our community, local foodbanks are playing an increasingly important role in providing essential support. We are seeing continued demand, with more households turning to us for help with everyday essentials. From food supplies to hygiene products, these services are a lifeline for many, helping to […]

17 Mar 26

Shortages List 17th March 2026

Please find the Hart Foodbank needs list for this week below: Fruit Squash* Savoury Biscuits* Long Life Milk (not skimmed)** Sponge Puddings Washing-Up Liquid Men’s Shaving 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 […]

15 Mar 26

Grant supports better dental health for families in Hart

Our Community Pantry has successfully secured a new grant to support a toothbrushing initiative aimed at improving dental health for local families. The funding forms part of a wider campaign led by Hampshire County Council and its Public Health team, working in partnership with the Household Support Fund to promote better oral health across Hampshire. […]

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