News and events

We are thrilled that the Lloyds foundation has awarded us a grant of £25,000 per year for the next three years to support our work. The foundation will also provide practical support and further resources as we pursue our new strategy. A great boost to us all.

New Forest District Council has recently launched a community lottery to support local charities and community groups in raising funds to support their work. We are pleased to have signed up as a member of the lottery and invite you to play on our behalf. Tickets cost £1 of which 60p comes to us (this…

NFDIS founder and long-term Chief Executive Jacki Keable has been awarded the British Empire Medal for her services to charity and the  community. In an intimate ceremony in the Charity’s shop in New Milton, surrounded by family, friends, colleagues and local civic leaders, the Lord Lieutenant of Hampshire – Nigel Atkinson – read a moving…

We are delighted that Bob Lowndes has joined us as our new Chief Executive. Bob has many years experience in the voluntary sector and enjoys a positive track record in helping charities develop and grow. Bob said “I have been aware of the fantastic work of NFDIS for some time and am excited about the…

They had blistering heat – and blistered feet… torrential rain and pubs that were closed …but they did it! Congratulations and thanks to you both. It is not too late to sponsor – simply go to our donate page thank you