CHMC Harvest Festival 2026

Sunday 13th September

This year we will be once again supporting Chelwood Foodbank Plus and The Wellspring

Food donations will be taken to Chelwood Foodbank Plus.

The foodbank have had a very busy summer with an increasing number of referrals along with supporting many families with the Holiday Support scheme, so shelves are very depleted.

The following items are always needed:

Tinned items - meats, tuna, tomatoes, fruit, vegetables, soup, rice pudding/custard,

Jars - cooking sauces, jam, coffee

Packets - cereal, long life milk, tea, biscuits, crisps

Household - toilet rolls, washing up liquid, cleaning sprays

“Every can, every box, every packet, adds up”

We are also supporting The Wellspring in Stockport from September 13th to Sunday 4th October which is Homelessness Sunday. There will be a collection tub in the narthex between these dates for donations.

They are appealling for coats and clothing to help people who are homeless. The Wellspring are asking for men’s waterproof/winter coats or anoraks, joggers, t shirts, hoodies/fleeces, socks, hats, gloves and trainers. The Wellspring are also accepting women’s clothing and would appreciate any rucksacks or sleeping bags.

 Please ensure all items are clean and in reasonable condition. Thank you.

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We will have the opportunity to make a donation to support the work of All We Can, the Methodist Church’s Relief and Development charity, as they work for a Harvest that Lasts, the “Harvest of Education.”