Whitehead Storehouse

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Heartfelt Thank You to Whitehead Methodist Church

Generous Harvest Donation

At Whitehead Storehouse, we are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support we receive from our community, and this year’s Harvest Thanksgiving has been no exception! We would like to extend a special thank you to Whitehead Methodist Church for their generous donation of food as part of their harvest celebrations.

Your contribution comes at a crucial time, ensuring that we can continue to support families and individuals in need. The abundance of canned goods, and essential items will go a long way in filling our shelves and feeding those who rely on us for their next meal.

This act of kindness reflects the true spirit of the harvest season—one of generosity, compassion, and shared blessings. Because of your ongoing partnership, we are able to make a tangible difference in the lives of many.

Thank you for helping us sow hope and harvest change!

With deep gratitude,
Whitehead Storehouse

Local Delivery Options Whitehead

Many of us may take for granted the ability to visit our favourite local shops to purchase food and other essentials. It is, however, important to remember that not everyone has the ability to shop in person. Whether due to health concerns, mobility issues, or other circumstances, some community members find it difficult, if not impossible, to visit local stores.

Local Delivery Services

Fortunately, many local shops offer a delivery service, making it easier for everyone to access the goods they need. In this post, we’ll highlight the benefits of using these services and encourage everyone to support local businesses that are committed to serving all members of our community.

Why Delivery Services Matter

Delivery services ensure that everyone, including those who are elderly, disabled, or housebound can still obtain the items they need. This is crucial for maintaining independence and quality of life for many in our community.

By using delivery services offered by local shops, you are supporting small businesses in our community. This not only helps the local economy but also fosters a sense of community spirit and cooperation.

For those with hectic work schedules or family responsibilities, delivery services offer a convenient solution to ensure that their household needs are met without the stress of fitting in a shopping trip.

Local Shops Offering Delivery Services

Many local shops in Whitehead offer delivery services. These details were gathered in person from local shops. Please note: SHOPS – if any details are wrong, please let us know and we will change them. If your business has been omitted, please let us know the details to add. SHOPPERS – details can change, please check at the time you are purchasing.

Spar Whitehead

Free delivery within Whitehead with minimum order of 10 items, no minimum charge. Ring your order in before 11.00am and pay by card or you can buy and pay in person and ask for the items to be delivered.

Gordon’s Chemist Whitehead

£2 per delivery but this may change in October 2024.

Foster’s Fruit and Veg

Free delivery within Whitehead area with minimum spend £5

McMasters Butchers

Free delivery with minimum spend £20.

Whitehead Home and Hardware

Free delivery within Whitehead with no minimum spend. Ask for delivery charge for further afield.

Whitehead Pharmacy Plus

No charge

How You Can Help

Share information about local delivery options with friends, family, and neighbours who might benefit from these services.

Whenever possible, choose to buy from local businesses. Your support makes a big difference!

Keep in touch with neighbours who may need assistance in placing orders or using delivery services. A little help can go a long way.

Conclusion

Whitehead is fortunate to have a community that cares for each other, and by using and supporting local delivery services, we can ensure that everyone has access to the necessities they need. Let’s work together to make sure that our community remains inclusive, supportive, and resilient.

Heartfelt Thank You to Spar Islandmagee for Their Generous Donation

In a world filled with constant hustle and bustle, it’s always heart-warming to see local businesses stepping up to make a positive impact on their communities. We are excited to express our heartfelt gratitude to Spar Islandmagee, a beacon of generosity in our community, for their recent donation of goods to support Whitehead Storehouse, as part of their 40th birthday celebrations. Their act of kindness reminds us that when businesses and communities come together, incredible things can happen.

Gary, Spar, Islandmagee and Patrick Stewart, Whitehead Storehouse

The Power of Local Generosity

Local businesses are the backbone of any community. They provide jobs, goods, and services that sustain our neighbourhoods and improve our quality of life. However, the best among them go beyond their day-to-day operations to give back, becoming invaluable partners in the mission to make the world a better place.

Spar, Islandmagee has long been a shining example of this commitment. Their recent donation of goods to Whitehead Storehouse has been nothing short of extraordinary. These goods, including food staples and toiletries will go a long way in supporting the less fortunate in our community and making a real difference in their lives.

A Helping Hand in Challenging Times

In today’s challenging times, the need for support within our community is more significant than ever. Many individuals and families face difficult circumstances due to various factors, including economic hardship, health issues, or unforeseen emergencies. This is where the generosity of local businesses like Spar, Islandmagee truly shines.

Their donation will provide immediate relief and support to those who need it most, and Spar, Islandmagee has not just donated goods, they’ve offered hope and assistance to those facing tough times.

Inspiring Others to Give Back

The impact of this donation goes beyond the material goods they provided. They inspire other local businesses to follow suit, encouraging a culture of giving and compassion that strengthens the fabric of our community. Their generosity serves as a powerful reminder that we are all interconnected and that when we come together, we can create positive change.

A Lasting Partnership

We want to express our deep appreciation to Spar Islandmagee for their commitment to Whitehead Storehouse’s mission. Their donation of goods not only helps us in our immediate efforts but also strengthens the foundation of our partnership. We look forward to working together on future initiatives and continuing to make our community a better place for all.

Conclusion

In a world often filled with challenges and uncertainty, it’s reassuring to know that we have businesses like this in our community. Their recent donation of goods is a testament to their dedication to the well-being of our neighbours and the betterment of our community as a whole. We extend our heartfelt thanks and hope their generosity serves as an inspiration for others to join in making our community a brighter, more compassionate place. Together, we can create a ripple effect of kindness that will touch the lives of many for years to come.

Thank You Whitehead Congregational Church

Thank you very much to all those who contributed items at Whitehead Congregational Church’s recent Harvest Festival Service. These have been donated to Whitehead Storehouse to provide emergency food help to those in economic need in Whitehead, Ballycarry and Islandmagee. With the threat of a cold and difficult winter for all, these donations will help the most vulnerable in the local area.

Thank You Ballycarry Primary School

Many thanks to the pupils, parents, carers and teachers at Ballycarry Primary School who donated non-perishable items to Whitehead Storehouse to help those in difficult circumstances. All these items are gratefully received and will be used to help people in need this winter in Ballycarry, Whitehead and Islandmagee with an emergency food parcel.

Autumn is a time of harvest and gratitude for food to last through the coming winter until the new growth.

Whitehead Storehouse is very grateful to all those who donate to help them provide emergency help to local people in need.

Thank You Islandmagee Methodist Church

Islandmagee Methodist Church Harvest Festival Donations

A huge thank you to all those who donated at the Islandmagee Harvest Festival Service. The donations have been passed to Whitehead Storehouse, the independent food bank for Whitehead, Islandmagee and Ballycarry and will be kept safe, ready for emergency food supplies to be provided for those in need in the local area.

We all know that food costs have risen steeply in the last few months and that heating has become even more costly, with oil, gas and electricity prices rising sharply. For those already in difficult economic situations, the coming winter will be even harder, with some people facing thorny choices between heating and eating. Whitehead Storehouse is very grateful for all donations that will allow us to help those in short term crisis with emergency food packs that will help them over a difficult patch.

UPDATE

A very generous financial donation has also been made from the Harvest Collection by Islandmagee Methodist Church. Very gratefully received. Thank you very much.

Thank You Church of Ireland

The Church of Ireland in Whitehead and Islandmagee asked those at the annual Harvest Festival Services this year to donate non-perishable items to Whitehead Storehouse, providing a list of the most needed items. St Patrick’s Church held their Harvest Service on 2 October 2022. St John’s Islandmagee is to hold their service on 16th October.

Donations from St Patrick’s service have now been delivered to Whitehead Storehouse and will be stored there, ready for emergency food supplies to be provided for those in need in the local area.

As everyone has no doubt noticed, fuel supply costs (oil, gas, electricity) are increasing sharply. This is on top of steady increases in the cost of food and other items from the shops. More people may well be faced with “Heat or Eat” decisions this winter than last year and Whitehead Storehouse is extremely grateful to those who donated items that can be used to provide emergency food packs to local families facing a short term crisis, for whatever reason.

Thank You Methodist Church Whitehead

The Methodist Church, Whitehead, Minister, Stephen Woods, held its harvest festival service on Sunday 25 September 2022, with all donations going to Whitehead Storehouse. The congregation and visitors provided a fantastic response to the call for non-perishable food to help those who would otherwise go hungry this winter. The pictures below show the amazing contributions that were transported to Whitehead Storehouse.

These will all be used to help those at economic disadvantage in the Whitehead area.

Many thanks to all those who donated or helped in any way.

UPDATE

More bags of food have since been received from Whitehead Methodist Church plus a very generous financial donation from a member of the Church, plus an offer of white goods.

Many thanks for the additional help. It will all be put to good use.

What Does Whitehead Storehouse Do

Whitehead Storehouse

Whitehead Storehouse is an independent food bank. It provides confidential help to individuals and families in urgent, emergency need of food or other necessities in the Whitehead, Ballycarry and Islandmagee areas.

What Whitehead Storehouse Does

We offer short term emergency help with food and other necessities to those in economic difficulties, with the aim of tiding them over an immediate crisis, so they can eventually leave their difficulties behind. We have helped a number of people over the past number of years. Whitehead Storehouse is not associated with any other food banks and does not have opening hours, nor do you need a referral from any other agency to contact us or to receive help. You can contact us by phone or text at 0759 621 3763 or by email to whiteheadstorehouse@gmail.com .

We also work with local large stores and supermarkets who provide us with food that has reached its sell by date but is still OK to eat. We distribute this weekly or less often, depending on what and how much is available and the calls for help that are being made.

Help is based on your needs, nothing else. We do our best to distribute our resources fairly and equitably, to help the greatest number of people possible.

If you are finding it difficult to manage financially at the moment and need help with food or other necessities, please get in touch in complete privacy by phone or text at 0759 621 3763 or by email to whiteheadstorehouse@gmail.com .

What Whitehead Storehouse CANNOT Do

We are not in a position to offer long term financial support but are happy to point you to other agencies that may be able to help if needed.

Privacy

Any help you receive from Whitehead Storehouse will be kept confidential.

Extra Food For Distribution January to March 2021

Lockdown Financial Difficulties

Many people in Whitehead, Ballycarry and Islandmagee are struggling to make ends meet because of the current lockdown. If you are in this position, please contact Whitehead Storehouse on 07596 213 763 or email whiteheadstorehouse@gmail.com. We will be able to order extra food for distribution over the next couple of months. This will be completely confidential so please do get in touch.

Keepwarm Packs

We also have some Keepwarm packs with blankets, fleeces, thermals, etc. If you feel you would benefit from one, again please contact us.

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