Jedburgh Churches Foodbank

17/06/2026

We have several dozen egg boxes (empty of eggs!), but no longer receive regular donations of eggs to put in them.
If you can use egg boxes, you're very welcome to them - please send a DM to this page.

08/06/2026

If you're able to help us out with a donation, here's what's particularly needed at the moment. **
(And we can always make good use of cash donations.)
Thank you, so much! 😘 😘
** The list should just say "soup" - the Facebook officer will be at a disciplinary hearing first thing in the morning!

07/06/2026

Information from SBC:
ELECTION FOR JEDBURGH COMMUNITY COUNCIL TO BE HELD THIS THURSDAY 11th JUNE 2026.
Due to there being 16 candidates for the 12 places available on the new Jedburgh Community Council a ballot will be held.
The ballot will be held on Thursday 11th June 2026 between 10am and 7pm. Ballot Papers and the ballot box will be available in the Town Hall, Jedburgh during this time. All those on the electoral register in the Jedburgh Community Council area, who are entitled to vote in a Local Authority election on that day, shall be entitled to cast a vote in the ballot.
Scottish Borders Council's Democratic Services Team will oversee the ballot. There will be no alternative of postal voting or voting by proxy. Poll cards will not be issued.
Local residents should present themselves between 10am and 7pm at Jedburgh Town Hall, Jedburgh in order to vote. Each voter will be entitled to a maximum of 12 votes. The 12 seats will be filled by the 12 candidates with the highest number of votes.
The candidates standing for Jedburgh Community Council are as follows:
Mr Mark Farrer
Mr Dean Freeman
Mr Richard Gordon
Mrs Tonya Herron
Mr John Kevan
Mr Julian Manley
Mr Alexander McGregor
Mr Stuart Renshaw,
Mr Iain Rutherford
Mrs Jacqueline Simpson
Ms Jane Somers
Mr James Spence
Mrs Lynn Spence
Mr James Steele
Mr Rory Stewart
Mrs Alison Wyness (Nee Monteith)

24/05/2026

We're running a bit short on sweet treats - small chocolate treats, cereal bars, the sort of thing you might pop into a school lunchbox.
They're not essentials, but they do cheer folk up when life's not doing them many favours.
If you can help, we'd be very grateful

Thank you to everyone who responded to our shortage of savoury treats; the big packs of crisps are adorning our foodstore shelves beautifully - your donations are much appreciated!

11/05/2026

We've run low on crisps and savoury treats. (Avoiding peanuts and other nuts in case of allergies.)
If you treat yourself to a multi-pack, could you spare a bag for our clients? Thank you! 😘 😘

04/05/2026

EXCITING NEWS! 📣📣 Kristina along with members of her Borders Body Balance community fitness group are taking on the mighty challenge of climbing Ben Nevis to raise funds for BWA!

Selfless dedication and support like this from people within our community makes our mission to help as many women and their families as we can live their lives free from domestic abuse possible.

We use fundraising and donations to add value to our service and to do things that would otherwise be very difficult within existing budget constraints. Community fundraising can provide unrestricted income, which is vital for allowing us to direct funds immediately to where the need is greatest.

But, fundraising isn't just about the money; it’s about connection and empowerment! It gives individuals a tangible way to make a difference, which can be deeply rewarding and even provide some healing for those personally affected by our cause.

THANK YOU Kristina and all the Borders Body Balance members for taking on this awesome challenge to raise vital funds and awareness for our service. All our very best wishes will go with you on your walk.🤩🍀

Please donate if you can and /or share this post to spread the word and help the group achieve their target.🙏

https://www.justgiving.com/page/bordersbodybslance?_medium=FA&utm_source=CL&fbclid=IwY2xjawRhUyhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEei0lQxF8DDmdEAk1VKmtd6KY3F-n3lHYyOnLW7985-LlgThR-CS9e35B9Z7E_aem_4q0yZkC5Y13-OtnGa0HTbw

24/04/2026

As the cost of living goes up and it becomes harder for any of us to manage without getting into difficulty, these websites might be able to offer helpful advice:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1KDXSbYS2t5RW8dczHqpFKG/information-and-support-debt-hardship-and-homelessness

https://www.mygov.scot/free-debt-advice

https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/help-applying-benefits/debt-money-advice

08/04/2026

If you can spare anything to support our work, these items would be very helpful.
Cash donations are always welcome; contact this page for details, or see a local church official.
😘 Thank you! 😘

04/04/2026

We wish all school pupils and staff, and their families, a happy Easter holiday; and remind you that we're here if you need food support. The staff on the numbers below will be able to refer you to us, or help you with any other issues.

Although the school is on holiday until Monday 20th April, support is still available from Scottish Borders Council’s Children and Families Team.
If you require support or have concerns that a child/young person is at risk of significant harm, please contact:
Children & Families Duty Team 01896 662787 (office hours)
Emergency Duty Team 01896 752111 (out of office hours)
Police Scotland can also be contacted on 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Togetherall offer free mental health support for any Scottish Borders resident aged 16 or over via www.togetherall.com
Kooth also offer 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support for young people aged 11-18. This can be accessed via www.kooth.com See less

23/03/2026

We're grateful to GoFibre - Scottish Borders and their staff for this generous gesture.
It was a pleasure to meet their Community Engagement Executive last week. And as her comments suggest, the vouchers will be used thoughtfully to make them go as far as possible to support those who need us.