Community Help Marketplace – Saturday 12 November
Poole Food Bank+ are hosting the Community Help Marketplace on the 12th November. This free event is for those who are concerned about how they will cope over the coming months. The "one stop shop" provides an easy way to find out about free support available in Poole around areas such as the cost of living, debt, budgeting, mental
Becky’s Story – Working with Faithworks CMA
“It is a real privilege to be able to do this job.” “I’ve always had a heart for people who are struggling with their money. Last year I applied to be a volunteer with CMA, and during the application process a paid role became available. It was exactly what I wanted. I applied and have loved it ever since.
Christchurch Food Bank+ Responds to the Cost of Living Crisis
"We make sure people leave with hope." - Tracy, Christchurch Food Bank+ Manager Tracy, the Christchurch Food Bank+ (CFB+) Manager, has a very long list of difficult situations at the moment. Tracy and the team meet individuals and families who are experiencing hard times beyond their control. There are still many who come to the Food Bank just
Mike’s Story – Volunteering with Faithworks CMA
Mike first heard about Faithworks CMA at a Rotary Club meeting. Through many years’ involvement with SSAFA (the armed forces charity), he had met many soldiers and their families in severe debt but had felt unable to do anything about it. Mike explained: “I thought volunteering for Faithworks CMA would be the ideal opportunity to find out about the
Ashleigh’s Story
“I’m now finding out who I am. But I’m also realising the mistakes I made in the past.” Ashleigh* joined the SMILE lone parent community 5 years ago. She was going through many challenges including domestic violence, court hearings over her children, and suicidal thoughts. She was having to face these challenges alone. Domestic abuse had always been a
Blandford & Wimborne Food Bank+ 10th Anniversaries
Blandford Food Bank+ and Wimborne Food Bank+ both reached their 10th anniversaries within the last month. Special events were held at the Food Banks where dignitaries including the High Sheriff of Dorset and the Mayors as well as local organisations and agencies attended. Wimborne Food Bank+ (l-r): Chair of Steering Committee Ian Stevenson, The High Sheriff of Dorset
Investor Breakfast – Thursday 13 October 2022
We believe everyone has the right to a home - we are looking for investors to help make this happen One of the fundamental needs of every human is not just shelter, but a home – a place of safety; a place of friendship. Locally there is a real shortage of homes for those who have experienced homelessness. We
3 Things to Help Others With the Challenge of the Cost of Living
This autumn we have been running our 1-2-3 campaign in response to fuel prices, food prices and now housing costs increasing. The campaign shared practical ideas on how to make a difference to our own cost of living and how we can help others. The campaign included: One thing that I can do to reduce my fuel bills –
Help Us Restock the Storehouse
Imagine living in a B&B; it’s better than sleeping on the streets, and it is a little less isolated. However, it is not the same as having your own home. When more secure accommodation is found, it can still be a very bare space and feel very impersonal, this can impact on self-worth and motivation to keep moving forward.
Celebrating BCARS 2015-2020… Now it’s Time for Faithworks Arch and the We’re Here Network
BCARS (Bournemouth Christians Alongside Rough Sleepers) brought together 25 Churches, over 350 volunteers and served over 500 people as they sought to escape homelessness from 2015 to 2020. Through Sleepsafe alone in those 5 years, over 180 people moved from living on the street to more secure accommodation. We are so grateful to everyone who was a part of