Local Updates | Chesterfield Foodbank

1 Jul 26

Windrush Gala

On Monday 22nd June 2026, we had the privilege of attending the Windrush Gala organised by the African and Caribbean Community Association (ACCA), whose Hasland venue also hosts our Monday evening Foodbank sessions. Held at Chesterfield College, the event was beautifully decorated with flags representing countries across Africa and the Caribbean, creating a vibrant and […]

24 Jun 26

Severe Weather Warning

We are sharing an important update: Heat health alert extended for the East Midlands The red heat health alert is in effect from 4PM on 24/06/2026 until 11PM on 26/06/2026 across the East Midlands. The red alert has a matrix score of 16. This means: Severe impacts are expected across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, […]

8 May 26

We have moved!

We’ve Moved! Chesterfield Foodbank has moved into a new warehouse space. While this new space is smaller than our previous warehouse, the move was necessary to reduce our running costs and to help ensure we can continue supporting people across our community in a sustainable way. We have moved to the unit opposite our previous […]

7 Apr 26

GI Group Easter Fundraising event

We’d like to say a massive thank you to Gi Group UK for their Easter fundraising initiative in support of Chesterfield Foodbank. “During its recent annual conference, the business held a treasure hunt with each letter spelling out the business’s mantra – Smart, Together, Against all odds. Each word completed by the teams equalled a […]

20 Feb 26

Lent Challenge

This Lent, we’re inviting our community to take part in a simple but powerful 40 Days of Giving Challenge. We’ve created a special chart featuring 40 essential foodbank items, one for each day of Lent. By donating an item a day (or as many as you can), you’ll be helping us keep our emergency food […]

20 Jan 26

What’s On in Chesterfield

Did you know, we share local activities and events on our Online Notice Board, on the What’s On calendar. Here is January 2026, jam packed full of free community events.

15 Sep 25

Better Housing, Better Health, NEF BHBH

Extra Support Available Through Chesterfield Foodbank When you visit our foodbank, we can refer you to Better Housing, Better Health (BHBH) for free, confidential support. BHBH can help you: Make your home warmer and healthier – advice on keeping heat in and tackling damp or mould. Reduce your energy bills – Energy saving tips and […]

12 Aug 25

Pre-Foodbank Support Hub Voucher

7 Jul 25

Hunger-Free Summer Appeal Launched by local Foodbank – Every Pound Matched Thanks to Aviva and Crowdfunder

As pressure mounts and demand continues, a local foodbank serving Chesterfield is issuing an urgent call for support – and this summer, every pound donated will go twice as far. In a year marked by food insecurity, climbing overheads, and worrying levels of need, the strain on the foodbank’s resources has reached new heights. Rents, […]

3 Jul 25

Match-Funding is Back for Summer!

Huge thanks to Aviva and Crowdfunder for agreeing to Matchfund donations to Chesterfield Foodbank’s summer appeal, Hunger Free Summer!

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