Global Communities is a practical outworking of our genuine care for people living in the city. We love to carry out random acts of kindness for people all across York, having a great laugh and bringing energy and life to everything we do. We offer help with practical tasks on a weekly basis such as gardening, decorating, DIY and rubbish removal for people who are unable to do these things themselves. The Communities team also run sessions and groups providing a great environment for people from different backgrounds to meet and build friendships while taking part in a range of activities.
Quick Facts
- Running weekly events in the heart of the neighbourhoods across the city, building stronger communities
- Offering free practical help to vulnerable people and those in need, acting on referrals from agencies across York and word of mouth
- Partnering with York High School and residents associations to run projects which allow young people to make a positive contribution to their areas
- Running an annual 'Summer Tour' programme, taking quality family activities to 5 different communities in the city, attended by over 1500 in 2008
- At Christmas 2008, we surprised over 60 families and individuals with a jam-packed hamper as part of our 'Random Acts of Kindness' fun
- Partnering with: City of York Council, South Park Nursing Home, York High School, CPP, Chapelfields Community Centre, Bell Farm Residents Association and York Probation Service
