Arden Foodbank

03/06/2026

Can you help when doing your shopping this week? We would be so grateful if you could consider picking up an extra item for us and popping it into one of our collection baskets 💚

These are the items we need most right now. You can also check our live most-needed items while you shop using the BanktheFood app.

Every donation makes a real difference to local people in our community facing hardship.

Thank you for your continued support.

02/06/2026

Yesterday afternoon two of our fabulous volunteers Margaret and Mary had a lovely afternoon at the CAVA in Stratford District Volunteer Celebration at The Arden Hotel - thank you so much for the invitation ☕️🎂

02/06/2026

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity – Food Delivery Driver 🌟

🚗 Could you spare a couple of hours once or twice a month? 💚

Arden Foodbank is looking for a friendly volunteer driver to help transport food from our warehouse to our foodbanks in Alcester and Studley.

No experience needed -just:
✔ A driving licence
✔ Your own vehicle
✔ Reasonable fitness
✔ A willingness to help your local community

You’ll be part of a fantastic team and play a vital role in helping local people facing hardship.

Interested? Email Janet at [email protected] for more information and an application form.

Please share to help us find our next volunteer 💚

02/06/2026

🌟 REMINDER 🌟

Arden Foodbank is open as usual in Studley this afternoon 2 June at Studley Methodist Church.

A warm welcome from Hilary, a cuppa, and a friendly chat with our wonderful volunteers awaits while your food parcel is being prepared 💚

If you need support but can’t physically make it to the foodbank, please call 07733 551926, message us on Facebook, or email [email protected].

We’re here to help.

01/06/2026

💚 Volunteers’ Week 2026 💚

This Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to all of our incredible volunteers at Arden Foodbank.

From collecting and sorting donations, packing food parcels, welcoming visitors with kindness and a cuppa, supporting administration, driving, events and helping behind the scenes - every single one of you makes a difference.

Your compassion, dedication and generosity help us provide not only emergency food, but also warmth, dignity and support to people across our community.

Quite simply, we couldn’t do what we do without you. Thank you for everything you give to Arden Foodbank and to the people we support every day. 💚

Please join us in celebrating our volunteers this by popping a 👏 in the comments!

01/06/2026

We’ll be open as usual tomorrow afternoon (Tuesday) at Studley Methodist Church from 2.00-3.30pm💚

You can expect a warm welcome, a cuppa, and a friendly chat with our lovely volunteers while your food parcel is being prepared.

If you need support but can’t physically make it to the foodbank, please call us on 07733 551926, message us on Facebook, or email [email protected].

You no longer need a voucher to come if it’s your first visit to Arden Foodbank. Just walk in. We’re here to help.

31/05/2026

See below some useful infomation from Citizens Advice about things you can do if you're struggling to pay your bills - for example your energy bills, rent and council tax.…
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/budgeting1/get-help-with-bills/

There are things you can do if you're struggling to pay your bills - for example your energy bills, rent and council tax.

Our advice can help ⤵️
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money/budgeting1/get-help-with-bills/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=evergreen

30/05/2026

☀️ Summer HAF 2026 is coming up! ☀️

The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is back this summer! See all details in the Warwickshire Family Information Service post below...

☀️ Summer HAF is coming up! ☀️

The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is back this summer!

If your child:
✅ Receives benefits-related free school meals
✅ Is in Reception – Year 11
Then they might be eligible for a HAF code!

HAF codes give your child access to free activities and food during the school holidays – at no cost to parents/carers.

💡 What’s included?
Up to 16 activities over the Summer holidays
Up to 4 activities in Winter and 4 in Spring
A free meal included with every activity – no need to pack lunch!

📝 Don’t have a HAF code yet?
You can register now at www.warwickshire.gov.uk/HAF

📅 Key dates to remember:
Wednesday 10 June – Sunday 14 June
SEND Family Experience applications open (link sent to registered families on 10 June)

Monday 22 June
Summer HAF activity listings go live

Monday 20 July
Summer HAF activities begin

🌟 Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity for your child to stay active, make friends, and enjoy fun experiences this summer!

29/05/2026

Bee Festival at Coughton Court this Saturday all details below 🐝🐝🐝

29/05/2026

🌟 REMINDER 🌟

We’re open as usual TODAY, Friday 29 May, at the Eric Payne Community Centre in Alcester, so do come along and say hello.

At Arden Foodbank, you’ll always find a warm welcome, a friendly face, and time for a chat while your food parcel is prepared 💚 Janet and our wonderful volunteers are here to listen and support our community in any way we can.

Whether you need a little extra help right now, advice from local organisations, or simply reassurance that you’re not alone, our doors are open.

If you can’t physically get to the foodbank, please call us on 07733 551926, message us on Facebook, or email [email protected].

And remember if it’s your first visit to Arden Foodbank, you no longer need a voucher. Just walk in. We’re here for you.