“We believe in the power of community and the impact that small acts of kindness can have on the lives of those in need.”
Huge rise in Fermanagh families relying on food banks
“There’s around a 75 to 100 per cent rise in the number of families in need of help in the area.”
Enniskillen Food Bank witnesses true Christmas spirit
“The Fermanagh people have stepped up more than I could have ever imagined.”
Food Bank swamped as demand rises by 77 per cent
THE number of food parcels distributed in Fermanagh has surged by 77 per cent leaving the local organisation overwhelmed by the demand and pensioners being hit the hardest. Compared to the same period in 2021, it’s an enormous rise, explained John Shades, manager of Enniskillen Food Bank, and one they could never have predicted. “It’s […]
Winter poverty fears for Fermanagh families
Local food donations have dropped, as everyone feels the pinch
Fermanagh foodbank warns worse to come in costs crisis
“I dread October when this price hike happens and everyone starts using more gas and electricity in the winter.”
Cost of living crisis sees demand for support soar
“There is no shame in seeking help, it is absolutely the right thing to do.”
Fermanagh families crippled by costs at Christmas
“Certainly, the cost of living rise has been the biggest impact, but Covid is definitely still having an impact.”
Rising costs forces families to Fermanagh foodbanks
WITH the cost of almost everything shooting up across the board, and few seeing a rise in their income, many Fermanagh households are facing the dilemma of whether to ‘heat or eat’ this winter. However, help is on hand in the community for those that need it. Just this week local Power NI customers were informed by […]
Enniskillen Foodbank launches new initiative
The Grow Baby service is due to launch fully in the coming weeks, and will operate the same opening times as the Foodbank.