Could you help an expectant family in crisis?
There are many ways that you can help to support Hampshire's most vulnerable families.
By supporting us we will continue to support families in 2024 when the festive period is over and the months are hard.
Why do we need your support?
The Portsmouth Baby Bank exists to provide basic essentials to families most in need in our city. We know that providing support and intervention at an early stage leads to the most effective outcomes. Many families in Portsmouth are struggling financially, 42.9% of people in our most local neighbourhood are income-deprived, however we are also seeing an increasing number of dual income families accessing food banks within the city, demonstrating the pressures that ALL families are currently facing in these challenging times. The Baby Bank is available for any family that needs support, it is not means tested, meaning it is completely accessible to all. The Baby Bank can make an immediate difference, providing items to families, reducing the pressure caused by the cost of living crisis.
The Baby Bank provides support to a high number of families facing difficulties with low income, but also supports families facing a range of circumstances, including Refugees and Asylum seekers and families seeking refuge from Domestic abuse. These families have faced extremely challenging, traumatic circumstances, often arriving in the area without any supplies for their children and the Baby Bank can offer immediate crisis support, providing some relief to the family.
CASH DONATION
Your donation can support the Baby Bank to supply new items that help keep newborn babies safe. Any donation is greatly appreciated and used exclusively for Baby Bank stock.
Ways to help us
Sponsor a newborn bundle
Buy items on our Amazon Wishlist
Buy items on our Amazon Wishlist
Can you join forces at work or in a friendship group to sponsor a whole newborn bundle for £60?
Buy items on our Amazon Wishlist
Buy items on our Amazon Wishlist
Buy items on our Amazon Wishlist
Can you choose a new item on our wishlist to help build newborn bundles?
Donate pre-loved items
Donate pre-loved items
Donate pre-loved items
Can you donate some pre-loved clothes or supplies to our Portsmouth Offices to support local families?
Build a Bundle
Donate pre-loved items
Donate pre-loved items
Can you build a bundle and donate it at our offices in Portsmouth?
SPONSOR A NEWBORN BUNDLE
Could you fundraise at work and sponsor a whole newborn bundle?
Our newborn bundles consist of so many things that a new baby needs. From a moses basket to seasonal clothing and bedding, new mattress and comforters. We want every baby to have what they need to be safe and thrive.
It costs us £60 to create one newborn bundle.
Could you fundraise at work and support a better start for a child?
Donate Now
Donate through our PayPal and we will use 100% of your donation to support Portsmouth Baby Bank.
HELP WITH NEW SUPPLIES
Could you purchase an item or two for a newborn bundle?
Some items in the bundle must be new for safety. Could you prurchase a moses basket mattress or newborn nappies to support a family?
Donate Now
Purchase an item through our Amazon Wishlist and we will use 100% of your donation to support Portsmouth Baby Bank.
DONATE PRE-LOVED ITEMS
Do you have items that another family could love?
From buggies and cots to clothing and shoes. Donations of pre-loved items is what keeps the Baby Bank helping so many people. Your donations will go straight to a family in Hampshire.
BUILD A BUNDLE
Can you share the items amongst colleagues or friends and build a beautiful newborn hamper?
Why not shop your own items and build a newborn hamper of your own to donate at our offices in Portsmouth Guildhall?
Each Hamper should include:
- Moses basket (pre-loved is fine)
- New mattress
- Moses sheets x 2
- Blankets x 2
- Baby sleepsuits x 7
- Vests x 7
- Outfits x 3
- Cardigans x 3
- Socks x 3 pairs
- Set of hat/mittens x 2
- Pram suit (colder months)
- Jacket (warmer months)
- Nappies x 1 pack
- Baby wipes x 3 packs
- Maternity pads (expectant/new mothers)
- Breast pads (expectant/new mothers)
- Cuddly toy and baby book
- Baby toothbrush and toothpaste
- Bibs x 5
Please note that we are only able to accept fully built hampers due to limited storage. If you have any issues sourcing these items please feel free to contact us.