February Half-term – free or low cost kids activities in Dorset
“What are we doing today?” is often the question dreaded by parents in the school holidays. With the double challenge of finding entertainment that doesn’t break the budget, we are well aware that the February half-term may feel daunting. From coding, building a bug hotel to a free family film club - we have put together a list
CFB Community Meal – More Than Just A Winter Warm Space
“The Christmas meal was amazing, the atmosphere with the carols singers was wonderful, I didn't want to leave!” – attendee at Christchurch Food Bank+ Community Meal Warm Welcome Spaces have been springing up all over the place at churches, libraries and community spaces across the UK. Food Bank+, supported by Faithworks, have been running a variety of warm spaces
Banish Blue Monday with top tips and resources from Faithworks CMA team
Blue Monday - i.e. the day the credit card bills arrive after Christmas. Combined with the January weather and short daylight hours, it's not surprising the third Monday of January gained this nickname. At Faithworks we believe there is always hope and taking practical steps to address debt and managing money more effectively can enable a sense of calm
Santa Grotto Brings Festive Cheer to Wimborne Food Bank+
Santa flew in to Dorset to bring some festive cheer to Wimborne Food Bank+ last weekend. As the long spell of icy weather continued 30 adults and 47 children braved the conditions to visit Wimborne Food Bank’s Santa Grotto. The team dressed up as elves and in Christmas jumpers as they cheerfully served a Christmas buffet with hot drinks
Project Christmas Hours 2022
Please note that our project Christmas hours 2022 are: Blandford Food Bank+ Closed on Tuesday 27th December Christchurch Food Bank+ Open as usual except on Monday 26th & Tuesday 27th December Poole Food Bank+ Open except on Tuesday 27th December *Please note the change in opening hours Wednesday 28th - Friday 30th December when Poole Food Bank+ will be
Wimborne Food Bank+ Community Meal – 8 December 2022
Last month Wimborne Food Bank+ launched their first community meal. Held at Elim Church, nineteen people came together to enjoy the autumnal mince, mashed potato and vegetables, followed by pineapple upside down cake covered in custard. Sharon, Wimborne Food Bank+ Manager said: "As a response to the cost of living crisis we wanted to work alongside the churches of
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
Blandford & Wimborne Food Bank+ 10th Anniversaries
Blandford Food Bank+ and Wimborne Food Bank+ both reached their 10th anniversaries within the last month. Special events were held at the Food Banks where dignitaries including the High Sheriff of Dorset and the Mayors as well as local organisations and agencies attended. Wimborne Food Bank+ (l-r): Chair of Steering Committee Ian Stevenson, The High Sheriff of Dorset
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
Wimborne Food Bank+ Free Family Fun Day
Food Bank+ is about so much more than just food. Wimborne Food Bank+ demonstrated this by holding a free family fun day over the bank holiday weekend. Held at a time when many summer events and festivals are happening however many are costly particularly when taking the whole family. The event provided local families the opportunity to enjoy a
