Inspiring stories

Here's a selection of amazing stories about how communities are coming together to support each other. If you think your community has done something special, share your story

Called upon in times of crisis
We help people throughout Lincolnshire and North East Lincolnshire whenever we are called upon by the emergency services or the local councils.
Local Co-op opened instore foodbank
We had to close Breakfast Club during lockdown but were able to continue delivering food parcels to those in need with the help of Tom Chapman, our local Co-op Manager.
Self-worth through companionship
Moffat and District Men's Shed was formed 3 years ago, and since then membership has grown 10-fold.
Improving mental wellbeing through gardening
As part of National Allotments Week 2020 the St Helens Mind team welcomed me and Mike Vass from Co-op to help with some weeding, planting of strawberries and making a bug hotel at their local allotment.
Vees Place – a place for company
Vees Place had to close our activities and services because of lockdown. We plan to re-open in September 2020.
Helping old and young get involved
During this terrible period, myself and the wonderful volunteers in Ormesby delivered afternoon teas to people who were sheltering or living in isolation.