Still Inspiring: Celebrating Volunteer Barry’s 90th Birthday
Trainees, volunteers and staff recently came together at The Carpentry Workshop to celebrate Barry’s milestone 90th birthday. Barry first heard about the Faithworks Training Carpentry Workshop during a talk at his church. His immediate response was, "That's something I can do!" Seven years later, he remains a much-valued part of the team and an invaluable presence in the workshop.
Safesleep100 – give £10 per month to help someone off the streets
Safesleep100 Summer Campaign. For someone experiencing homelessness, a safe place to stay can mean the difference between crisis and a fresh start. The Safesleep initiative funds emergency overnight accommodation, giving people a safe place to rest and the opportunity to take their first steps towards rebuilding their lives. We urgently need your support. We're looking for 100 supporters to give just £10 a month. Together,
Help End Homelessness in BCP Through Your Legacy Giving
“You have saved my life.” – William*, now safely housed. In just 2 months we have helped 12 rough sleepers off the streets into emergency accommodation, and 9 people into long-term housing. But with your help we could do more. Our life-saving support costs money, and one way to do this is through our Legacy Giving initiatives –
Stories of Change: Local Funding Transforming Lives
Faithworks teams, including Poole Lifecentre and Foodbank, Christchurch Foodbank+, and our Community Money Advice service, attended the wonderful recent “Stories of Change” event hosted by BCP Council and Dorset Community Foundation. The event highlighted the impact of local funding and the difference community groups are making across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Rising living costs, food insecurity, and social isolation
Preventing Homelessness: Prince William Visits Bournemouth
When Prince William stepped onto Bournemouth Pier on 19th March, the focus was clear from the outset. This was not a ceremonial visit. It was about listening, learning, and understanding what is making a difference on the ground. Youth Homelessness Across BCP Across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, too many young people are still at risk of falling through the
Free Wills Month – Faithworks’ Free Will Writing Service
March is Free Wills Month - an initiative that offers the opportunity to have a simple Will written free of charge by using solicitors in selected locations across the UK. Run twice a year, in March and October, Free Wills Month provides a way to ensure that your Will is up to date, with the opportunity to leave a
SMILE Mums and Older Local Residents Build DIY Confidence
Residents Build Confidence Through Hands-on DIY Confidence Course Senior residents and solo parents have been picking up new practical techniques for around the home thanks to Arch Training’s DIY Confidence courses. The Carpentry Workshop has been buzzing with activity, as participants learned how to take on everyday home maintenance tasks with greater independence. From using a drill and handsaw
Joyful January – New beginnings across Faithworks
The new year can be a difficult time for many. After the pressures of Christmas and the dark winter weeks, January often brings uncertainty and financial strain for many. Across all Faithworks projects, our frontline teams see this every year. Looking back as we enter Spring, we see how the start of 2026 brought real progress for people too.
Nourish Community Larder Marks 5000th Shop
Nourish Community Larder and Foodbank has marked a significant milestone with its 5000th shop at the Larder. The project has played a key role in supporting people facing food insecurity across Blandford Forum and surrounding villages. Launched in 2023, the Larder was set up to provide an alternative to emergency food parcels at Nourish Foodbank. It has become a
How Christchurch Foodbank+ Furniture Project is Helping to Rebuild Lives
When Sofia* reached out to the team at Christchurch Foodbank team she was in a state of overwhelming uncertainty. Her home in Ukraine had been reduced to rubble by the ongoing conflict, and with her 7-year-old daughter in tow, she had fled the war with only a suitcase of belongings. Her husband and brother had to stay behind, and
