Supporting Food Bank+ over Christmas
At a time when demand across Christchurch, Poole, Wimborne and Blandford Food Banks are up 42 per cent in the last three months, compared to last year, food donations are needed now more than ever. The reverse advent calendar is one way to ensure Christmas dinner can be enjoyed by individuals and families who otherwise would have to go
We’re Here Network and Warm Welcome Spaces
“Warm spaces” is fast becoming a theme this winter. Two older ladies recently came along to the first Warm Space meal at Wimborne Elim church run in conjunction with the Wimborne Food Bank+ team. They had never met before but hit it off to such an extent that one of them said: “Had an amazing afternoon and the meal
Community Help Marketplace – Saturday 12 November
Poole Food Bank+ are hosting the Community Help Marketplace on the 12th November. This free event is for those who are concerned about how they will cope over the coming months. The "one stop shop" provides an easy way to find out about free support available in Poole around areas such as the cost of living, debt, budgeting, mental
Alistair’s Tigger Sized Challenge!
Every autumn our energetic CEO, Alistair, runs both the Great North Run and the Bournemouth Half-Marathon in fancy dress to raise money for our projects. When staff were asked what he should wear this year, the unanimous agreement was that he should dress up as Tigger! This reflects both the orange in our new brand colours as well as Alistair's
SMILE Eat the Fruit of their Labour
SMILE were recently joined on their day out by volunteers from JP Morgan. The lone parent families project returned to our friends at Project Manna for woodland and river fun. The day included feeding the sheep, kayaking on the river, toasting marshmallows over a firepit and decorating flower pots. It also provided an opportunity to see how the fruit
Poole Food Bank+ Featured on BBC South Today
The Double Squeeze of Rising Demand and Rising Bills BBC South Today visited Poole Food Bank+ to speak with them about the double squeeze of rising demand and the increase in Food Bank bills. BBC South Today's Sarah Farmer visited the Food Bank to speak with Gill and the team. Gill explained: "It's quite concerning when we know that
The Big Reveal!
Little Victories Event 24th June 2022 A new logo and website is coming! Foundations are essential for a strong structure and so is building on these foundations. As Faithworks turns 18 this year, we have reflected on what is most important to those we serve and to ourselves, how we can "be there" for more people, and what drives
Your Food Bank+ Needs You!
Faithworks support Food Bank+ in Christchurch, Poole, Wimborne and Blandford. As more people need to access emergency food and food support, it's vital that food stocks are maintained to keep up with the need. Adding an extra item to a food shop, can be one simple way of supporting a Food Bank+ on a regular basis. Items regularly needed
BCP Pioneer in Preventing Homelessness
Connecting with government and the centre for homelessness impact. “Rough sleeping should be prevented whenever possible, it must be a rare occurrence, be brief and non-recurring. That is the government’s pledge which BCP Council is fully committed to achieving." Faithworks is a member of the BCP Homelessness Partnership and therefore were very pleased to hear that BCP will be working alongside London,
Hope into Action
A family of 5 that has been living in temporary accommodation for over two years now have a new home, thanks to a brilliant partnership between Faithworks, a local Poole Church and national charity, Hope into Action! People don’t just need shelter; they need a home: a place of safety, a place for friendship. So, Faithworks is partnering with
