News | Isle of Wight Foodbank

28 Jan 26

Nearly 1 in 20 Island residents needed a foodbank in 2025

The Isle of Wight Foodbank has released its 2025 annual report, revealing both the ongoing demand for emergency food support and the extraordinary generosity of the island’s community. This year marks 15 years of service, and the food bank continues to be a crucial support for thousands of residents, proving that even in one of […]

28 Jan 26

Traffic Diversion into Cowes: Important Information for Residents and Visitors

Southern Water has announced planned works to replace water mains along Horsebridge Hill, which will affect traffic routes into Cowes over the coming months. When are the works taking place? Work is scheduled to begin on Monday 26 January 2026 and is expected to continue until spring 2026. Traffic changes and diversion During the works, […]

22 Dec 25

Christmas Opening Times and How to Get Help

As Christmas approaches, we want to make sure anyone who needs support knows when the Isle of Wight Foodbank is open and how to access help during the festive period. Our opening times will be slightly different over Christmas and New Year, with some sessions closed on bank holidays. Please check our Christmas and New […]

10 Oct 25

Help someone this Christmas with our Reverse Advent Calendar 2025

Isle of Wight Foodbank launches Reverse Advent Calendar for November and December festivities In the spirit of giving and community support, the Isle of Wight Foodbank is excited to announce its annual Reverse Advent Calendar campaign, running throughout November. This initiative invites individuals, families, and local businesses to join us in spreading joy and warmth […]

29 Aug 25

New “Can Card” Makes Donating to Isle of Wight Foodbank Easier Than Ever

The Isle of Wight Foodbank has launched an innovative new initiative to make supporting local families in crisis more accessible: the Can Card. The Can Card is a simple, pocket-sized card featuring a QR code that enables donors to make secure financial contributions directly to the Foodbank. All funds raised through this method will be used […]

18 Aug 25

Isle of Wight Foodbank ‘The Bay’ to move location from 9th September 2025

The Isle of Wight Foodbank has announced it will be relocating its Sandown distribution hub (The Bay) from YMCA (Winchester House) to Lake Methodist Church next month. The final session at the current site (in Winchester House Chapel) will be Thursday 4th September followed by the official move on Tuesday, 9th September 2025. From that date onward, the […]

25 Jun 25

Isle of Wight Foodbank moving from The Bay

After six years at the YMCA building in Shanklin, the Isle of Wight Foodbank will soon be moving on. We’ve been kindly asked to vacate the space, and while it’s the end of a chapter, it’s also the beginning of a new one. We want to say a huge thank you to the YMCA trustees and […]

2 Jun 25

Volunteer Week 2025

Isle of Wight Foodbank Celebrates Volunteers for Transforming Lives During Volunteer Week As Volunteer Week unfolds across the UK, Isle of Wight Foodbank extends heartfelt thanks to the more than 120 dedicated volunteers who are the beating heart of the organisation. Their compassion, time, and tireless energy make a vital difference to hundreds of individuals […]

9 May 25

Traffic Diversion to Cowes from Newport: 12 May – 4 July

The Isle of Wight Council has confirmed roadworks on the A3020 at Horsebridge Hill from 12 May to 4 July, affecting traffic heading towards Cowes from Newport. A one-way diversion will be in place via Forest Road, Whitehouse Road, Rolls Hill, and Pallance Road, to support essential works for a new social housing development. The […]

26 Feb 25

Fashion into Food 2025 – Our Monthly Pre-Loved Clothing Sale

The Isle of Wight Foodbank is excited to announce the success of its pre-loved clothing sale held on February 1st, which attracted 85 enthusiastic supporters from the local community. The event raised an impressive £695, helping to provide essential food supplies to those in need across the island. Attendees browsed through a diverse selection of […]

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