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14 Nov 24

Christmas – Reverse Advent Calendar

We are expecting to be busy again this Christmas at the Foodbank. Our incredible volunteers are busy supporting all those facing crisis this winter but we can’t do it without you. If you are able and want to, why not complete our reverse advent calendar or simply donate one of the below items before December […]

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4 Jun 24

Volunteers Week

Volunteers are the unsung hero’s that keep Foodbanks running. Without them we simply wouldn’t exist. This week we want to take the time to acknowledge and thank all our volunteers for the work they have and continue to do. We have 48 wonderful volunteers here at the Hertford and District Foodbank, working across 2 sites […]

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21 May 24

Trussell Trust End of Year Stats

On Wednesday 15 May 2024, trussell trust released their stats on the number of emergency food parcels that Foodbanks within the group provided April 2023 and March 2024. The worrying new end of year figures revealed that we have provided 4468 emergency food parcels to people who couldn’t afford the essentials in Hertford and Ware […]

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6 Mar 24

We Welcome Spring

As we enter March and the first signs of spring we are reminded of the signs of new beginnings, growth and renewal. For many this is a time of joy as the first signs of new life in nature begin to appear. But whilst there is joy and hope in new beginnings we are still […]

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28 Feb 24

Easter Egg Appeal

Bring a little joy to families struggling this Easter by donating an Easter Egg to the Foodbank.

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23 Nov 23

Support our community this winter by donating to the Foodbank at your local Tesco store

As we brace ourselves for the toughest winter yet, with over a million emergency food parcels expected to be distributed between December and February, The Hertford & District Foodbank is asking shoppers to donate to this year’s Tesco Winter Food Collection. From Thursday 30 November to Saturday 2 December, we are encouraging customers who are […]

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9 Nov 23

Winter Appeal Poster

Christmas is just around the corner. For many this is a time to celebrate, spend time with family and to give and receive gifts. But for those struggling, this Christmas may simply be the choice between heating or food. We want to ensure that no-one goes hungry this Christmas and so we are asking that […]

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3 Nov 23

Turn Advent on its head with our Reverse Advent Calendar

This coming December why not turn advent on its head and donate to the Hertford & District Foodbank with a Reverse Advent Calendar. Each day during the first two weeks of December simply add one item to a box and then deliver the hamper to the Foodbank so they can be distributed to those in […]

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6 Sep 23

Harvest Festival

Harvest Festival has always been a time where we come together and show gratitude for the food we have to eat. It is also a time where traditionally gifts of food are brought for charities who support those in need. This Harvest we’re asking you to help support local people in crisis by collecting tinned […]

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31 Aug 23

We are recruiting – New Volunteers needed

Ever wanted to volunteer for the Foodbank? We currently have roles available for a Tuesday afternoon to be part of our picking and packing team. If this sounds like something you might be interested in please check out the role profile below and get in touch with us at: [email protected] We’d love you to join […]

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