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- [Thank you to Mercers](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2026/07/08/thank-you-to-mercers/) - We are absolutely delighted to share that Mercers have committed to supporting Acts Trust for another three years, with a grant of £30,000 per year to support the work of Acts Trust. This is incredible news for Acts. Funding like this often goes unseen, but it is what keeps everything else running. It gives us
- [20 Years of Acts Trust](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2026/07/02/20-years-of-acts-trust/) - June marked an incredible milestone for Acts Trust as we celebrated 20 years of supporting people across Lincoln through times of crisis and helping them build brighter futures. To celebrate two decades of impact, we held a special Volunteer Celebration and AGM. It was a wonderful opportunity to recognise the dedication, compassion and countless hours
- [Daylight](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2026/05/06/daylight/) - We are delighted to announce that our well-established Restore Programme is being rebranded as Daylight.
- [Christy's Story](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2026/04/08/christys-story/) - Acts Trust is made up of over 300 volunteers, each with their own story. Here is Christy’s. When Christy first came to Acts Trust, she was not thinking about volunteering. She came as someone in need of support, looking for a place where she could feel welcomed and understood. What she found was a community
- [Have you ever felt that the world is spinning far too fast?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2026/02/12/have-you-ever-felt-that-the-world-is-spinning-far-too-fast/) - Me too. Today I find myself lying in bed praying for snow so that when I wake, the world will have ground to a halt and nature’s blanket will have hushed the noise. Beechams, hot water bottles, strepsils and woollen socks, all trending at the supermarket to get us through this time of year. I
- [The Quiet Strength of Relationship: Why Connection Matters in Community Work](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2026/02/04/the-quiet-strength-of-relationship-why-connection-matters-in-community-work/) - In a world that often moves quickly and values productivity above all else, the simple act of building relationship can feel almost countercultural. Yet within community‑focused charities like Acts Trust, relationship isn’t an optional extra, it’s the heartbeat of everything we do. It shapes how we serve, how we grow, and how we walk alongside
- [Keeping the Light On: Volunteers at Night Light This Christmas](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/12/16/keeping-the-light-on-volunteers-at-night-light-this-christmas/) - The Night Light cafes in Lincoln are open 365 evenings a year that couldn’t happen without ouramazing volunteers. Over the Christmas season the Night Light Cafes will remain open, being a warm welcomingspace for anyone who may have been in need of some company. I was reflecting on this andhow amazing it is that across
- [What Does the Lincoln Community Grocery Mean to Me?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/11/26/what-does-the-lincoln-community-grocery-mean-to-me/) - The Community Grocery in Lincoln has felt like a part of me from my very first days in the UK. I arrived as an international student with only a lump-sum student loan, so I had to manage my budget very carefully to make it through to graduation. After completing my course, I found myself in
- [Finalist at CSJ Charity Awards!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/11/20/finalist-at-csj-charity-awards/) - On Monday 17th November, Acts Trust was honoured to be invited to the CSJ Awards at One Great George Street in Westminster as a finalist — a thrilling moment for Acts to have a high-profile showcase and to meet some fantastic supporters and donors. Simon Hawking and Joy Blundell represented Acts, meeting the CSJ team
- [The Benefits of Volunteering Over Christmas Season](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/11/13/the-benefits-of-volunteering-over-christmas-season/) - Christmas is widely recognised as a season of joy, celebration, and togetherness. The air is often filled with excitement and anticipation as people shop and make preparations to mark the festivities. However, for many individuals, Christmas can be a difficult period. Experiences of grief, loneliness, or past trauma may resurface, leading to feelings of sadness,
- [Help at Tesco This November!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/11/06/help-at-tesco-this-november/) - It’s that time of year again. That time where we think of others and how we can best give, support, and love one another. When we think of those less fortunate than ourselves.We’re calling on all our amazing supporters, friends, and local residents to join us for this year’s Tesco Food Collection, taking place on Thursday
- [What Do We Know About Autumn 2025 So Far?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/10/23/what-do-we-know-about-autumn-2025-so-far/) - Have you seen? Have you heard? What good things have you experienced this week that you would like to share? It’s too early to tell for sure yet, but the records so far this autumn suggest it’s an exceptionally good year for acorn crops. According to Nature’s Calendar, the largest average crop in the last
- [Cooking with Kemi](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/10/14/cooking-with-kemi/) - By Kemi Ibironke At Acts Trust, we engage people from different backgrounds in the community through our Restore programmes. The Cook & Craft session with Kemi is one of such which has been transformational, with lovely people from different backgrounds coming together to put an end to poverty by sharing tips on cooking on a
- [Flying the Flag on Lincolnshire Day](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/10/02/flying-the-flag-on-lincolnshire-day/) - By Simon Hawking #LincolnshireDay saw Lincoln Cathedral lit up in the colours of our County’s flag last night. Did you see it? 🟢🔵🔴🟡 I am really proud to be from Lincolnshire, there is something special about the people and the places.When you look up, you might see the RedArrows 🔴 or some of our magnificent
- [Finding Hope in the Dark: Stories from Night Light Cafés](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/09/11/finding-hope-in-the-dark-stories-from-night-light-cafes/) - At Night Light Cafés, every evening is more than just an open door - it’s an invitation. An invitation for people to step out of isolation, away from the heaviness of loneliness or poor mental health, and into a place where they are seen, welcomed, and valued. Each story that unfolds within our cafés is
- [Embracing Change This Autumn](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/09/02/embracing-change-this-autumn/) - The end of summer often feels like a turning point in the year. After weeks of long daylight hours and school holidays the start of September often feels different and often comes with a change of pace. For some, autumn brings a welcome return to routine and cosy evenings. For others, it can feel overwhelming
- [When Crisis Calls, Community Answers](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/07/16/when-crisis-calls-community-answers/) - At Lincoln Foodbank, we’ve always believed in the power of community. But in recent weeks, we witnessed something truly extraordinary. For the first time in our recent history, our shelves were dangerously bare. Stock levels dropped to a critical low, with essential items like tinned meat, long-life milk, pasta sauce, and cereal running out faster
- [Acts Trust Volunteer Celebration and AGM](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/07/03/acts-trust-volunteer-celebration-and-agm/) - On June 25th we had the joy of bringing together around 100 of our wonderful volunteers from our Acts Trust projects for a special afternoon of connection, celebration, and gratitude. Our Volunteer Celebration and AGM is one of the highlights of our year, and this time was no exception. The afternoon featured some updates from
- [Butterflies Receives Vital Funding to Support Women in Lincoln](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/06/19/butterflies-receives-vital-funding-to-support-women-in-lincoln/) - Butterflies, a welcoming community group for women run from Alive Church Lincoln Central, has been awarded £681 through Lincolnshire Co-op’s Community Champions scheme. This much-needed funding will help the group purchase new arts and crafts materials and equipment, enabling it to continue offering a safe, creative space where women can relax, build friendships, and find
- [The BHAG of a Finance Manager](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/06/05/the-bhag-of-a-finance-manager/) - On a Senior Leadership Team day last year, our CEO got us thinking about our BHAG’s. Or Big Hairy Audacious Goals if you’re unfamiliar with the term! A dream or a goal that is quite scary and seems very out of reach. After a little thought I knew what my number 1 BHAG was, and
- [Stronger Together: Building Community Through Partnership](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/05/22/stronger-together-building-community-through-partnership/) - In business terms, a partnership is an arrangement where two or more individuals agree to share ownership, operate together, or collaborate in delivering a product or service. But beyond the practicalities, partnership is about a shared vision, mutual commitment, and working together toward a common goal. At Restore, we’ve been working hard to explore new
- [Have you heard about Social Prescribing?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/05/15/have-you-heard-about-social-prescribing/) - Social Prescribing was introduced locally in 2017. The concept is to work alongside people to connect them with groups and community resources to help combat social isolation and to promote wellbeing. GPs and other clinicians can refer patients for social prescribing, or individuals can self refer. Some of our Night Light guests first came to
- [Acts Charity Ball 2025 - A night to remember!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/05/06/acts-charity-ball-2025-a-night-to-remember/) - On Thursday 25th April, supporters, sponsors, and friends of Acts Trust gathered at the Hilton for an unforgettable evening at our annual Acts Charity Ball – and what a night it was! Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, donated, bid, and got involved, we raised over £8,000 to support our work in tackling
- [Polly's Story](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/04/29/pollys-story/) - Polly shares about her experiences connecting with Acts Trust, from the CAP Money Management Course, to the Community Grocery, Slow Cooker Course and more. If you've been inspired by Polly's story, please consider joining the mission with a regular donation so that we can continue to Empower People to End Poverty! Set up a Regular
- [Acts Trust at the Lincoln 10k](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/04/16/acts-trust-at-the-lincoln-10k/) - What a day we had at the Lincoln 10k! The sun was shining, spirits were high, and the Acts Trust team showed up in full force cheering, running, raising money and even pushing a trolley! This was the first year Acts Trust has been a charity partner of the Lincoln 10k and it did not
- [Poverty Reports: Lincoln](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/04/11/poverty-reports-lincoln/) - As part of a city-wide effort to tackle Poverty in Lincoln, along with partners we have commissioned two reports; 'Tackling Poverty in Lincoln': A report for Lincoln Against Poverty', created by LORIC for the Lincoln Against Poverty group, and 'Lincoln' - a study of the place and the people, created by Paul Hildreth for the
- [Q&A with Andy Bull: Assistant Services Manager for Restore & Food Teams](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/04/03/4068/) - New-in-post colleague, Andy Bull, has joined the Acts family as Assistant Services Manager for the Restore & Food Team. We caught up with him about what brought him into the third sector, what he wants to achieve, and his life away from work. Over to you, Andy... Q: What attracted you to the role? A:Simply
- [Volunteers are amazing!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/01/29/volunteers-are-amazing/) - Written by Kerry Robinson.Lincoln Night Light Coordinator. The Night Light cafes in Lincoln are open 365 evenings a year that couldn’t happen without ouramazing volunteers. Over the Christmas season the Night Light Cafes remained open, being a warm welcoming space for anyone who may have been in need of some company. I was reflecting on
- [2025 - The Year of Change](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2025/01/23/2025-the-year-of-change/) - Written by Ian Boyle In recent years, foodbanks across the country, and most definitely ours here in Lincoln, have experienced growing demand as families and individuals face economic challenges. But 2024 may have sparked something at Lincoln Foodbank, where something has been happening that has bucked the recent trend... In 2024, we saw a significant
- [Understanding Our Vision: Empowered People Living in Thriving Communities](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/01/20/understanding-our-vision-empowered-people-living-in-thriving-communities/) - By Simon Hoare - CEO of Acts Trust Empowered People Are people truly empowered if they have had good things done for them? Or to them? When we see a problem and we know the solution, if we jump in and fix it, we may feel great about it, but did we really help? This
- [The Lincoln Santa Fun Run 2024](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/12/19/the-lincoln-santa-fun-run-2024/) - Two questions come to mind as I reflect on the fun run last Sunday. Did you see the mass of Father Christmas’s there is Castle Square on Sunday? Wonderful! That wasn’t one of the questions! They were “How old are you?” and - I have now forgotten the other one - too old! Oh yes
- [Our Community Grocery Festive Activities](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/12/12/our-community-grocery-festive-activities/) - Moving towards Christmas can be a busy time here at Lincoln Community Grocery, as we seek to ensure we continue to meet the needs of our members. It is also a time of year where we often reflect on the year gone by and look forward with hope to what the New Year may bring.
- [Save the date!!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/12/03/save-the-date/) - Save the Date! Acts Trust is hosting a charity ball in 2025 to raise money to continue carrying out our mission to Empower People to End Poverty in the City of Lincoln. On 25th April 2025 we will descend upon the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel on Brayford Wharf in Lincoln for a masquerade ball including
- [Why is Foodbank Use in Lincoln Reducing?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/11/29/why-is-foodbank-use-in-lincoln-reducing/) - By Simon Hawking. Foodbank Use in Lincoln has reduced by 20% compared to last year. We ask the important question: why? Andrea turns the key and gives the door a shove with her shoulder. Her two daughters run under her arm, darting into the house and out of sight while she fumbles for the light
- [Season of Stories - Restore](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/11/28/season-of-stories-restore/) - This season, we’re sharing powerful stories from those impacted by the work of and Acts Trust, and we need your help to make a difference. Today we are shining a light on the Restore project and the brilliant impact it makes through the courses. "Thanks Acts, it's made a difference. I did the CAP course,
- [Season Of Stories - Night Light Cafe](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/11/18/season-of-stories-night-light-cafe/) - This season, we’re sharing stories from people in our community whose lives have been impacted by the support of Acts Trust. Today, we’re honored to introduce you to one of our Night Light Cafe guests. "If I didn't come I would be stuck at home looking at the four walls and going stir crazy.” Through
- [Supporting our Lincoln Students](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/11/18/supporting-our-lincoln-students/) - Since opening our Night Light Cafés, we have had the privilege of partnering with BGU University and accommodating some of their students on work placements. Over the years, we have been gifted with some exceptional students, who have brought some much needed support to our guests in the cafes. Over two years ago, as part
- [Why Honour Lies at the Heart of Acts Trust](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/11/07/why-honour-lies-at-the-heart-of-acts-trust/) - Written by Bethan Lloyd: As a charity working to empower local people to end poverty, we often reflect on the values that guide our work. While we embrace modern approaches to charitable giving and measure our impact through data and outcomes, there's one traditional value that remains central to everything we do: honour. Honour often
- [Why it is so important to remember your 'why'?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/10/29/why-it-is-so-important-to-remember-your-why/) - How quickly time flies! We are nearing the end of school term 1 already. The start of a new academic year always brings about a fresh sense of reset and resilience to start the year off well. It might be that you have another go at your 2024 new years resolution - a final attempt
- [Welcome to the Alive Cafe](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/10/24/welcome-to-the-alive-cafe/) - Welcome, dearest reader, to the Alive Café. The Alive Cafe is a place where all is welcome, we would love for you to join us! Here's what we have on each day of the week: Step in on a Monday afternoon to the soft chatter of conversation as friendships are formed over crafts and spontaneous
- [The Powerful Combination of Tea and Kindness](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/10/15/the-powerful-combination-of-tea-and-kindness/) - In our fast-paced world, finding small yet meaningful practices that enhance our well-being is essential. Two of my favourite activities are drinking tea and practising kindness. I have found these to be a powerful combination that can help to promote a positive feel to the day. The Comfort of Tea: The act of drinking tea
- [Harvest time at Lincoln Foodbank](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/10/08/harvest-time-at-lincoln-foodbank/) - With autumn well upon us, and September been and gone, we wanted to take the opportunity to talk about the topic of harvest. In the agricultural county of Lincolnshire, food shapes our landscape. Or does our landscape shape food? Known for our flat lands and rich earth, Lincolnshire produces vast amounts of food for the
- [An update from the Community Grocery](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/10/01/an-update-from-the-community-grocery/) - As the cost of food, utilities and living continues to rise, it’s tougher than ever for families to put food on the table. Our aim at Lincoln Community Grocery is to ensure that anyone struggling to feed their family has access to a good choice of affordable food. Membership is £5.00 per year, and we
- [Our upcoming FREE courses](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/09/19/our-upcoming-free-courses/) - As the kids head back to school, there are some exciting new learning opportunities for adults, thanks to Acts’ Restore programme. Starting on 12th September (although if you miss the first session - please turn up to the second one - no trouble at all!). We are holding a Job Club every Thursday from 10:30
- [How Do You Get Through Tricky Times? ](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/09/02/how-do-you-get-through-tricky-times/) - Here comes September, and I find myself curling into the brace position, breathing laboured, knuckles white. I have found September tricky for a long time. Partly due to the anniversary of a traumatic time in my life, but also because of the change in pace. I love the leisurely stroll of summer, with time off
- [Where Are Your Feet?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/08/12/where-are-your-feet/) - Written by Kerry Robinson Where are your feet? At the bottom of my legs I hear you say - probably thinking, what an earth am I about to read about?! Well, hear me out… I have this little saying that I read in a book a while ago that I really love. I use this
- [Summer update from the Youth Team](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/08/08/summer-update-from-the-youth-team/) - Written by Caitlin Russell - Carr: This past week the Youth team have been on the Ermine estate in the North of Lincoln delivering HAF and other schemes. We've been able to connect with so many different young people, had some great conversations about healthy food and done so many exciting activities. The HAF sessions
- [The Pursuit of Excellence: Lessons from the Olympics](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/08/06/the-pursuit-of-excellence-lessons-from-the-olympics/) - Written by Bethan Lloyd: As the world's eyes turn to Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games, we're reminded of the incredible heights human beings can reach when they dedicate themselves to excellence. The athletes we see competing on the global stage embody years of rigorous training, unwavering determination, and an unyielding commitment to being their
- [Budget Friendly Family Fun in Lincoln](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/08/01/budget-friendly-family-fun-in-lincoln/) - Written by Emily Podbury: When my 4 year old was tasked with making a scrapbook of his summer holidays I experienced a mix of reactions! Excitement, dread, creative ideas, and the overwhelming thought “what if the holidays are really boring?!” I imagined him showing off his scrapbook to his new class in September with his
- [Do I need support for wellbeing?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/07/16/do-i-need-support-for-wellbeing/) - Written by Simi Alabi Has this question ever crossed your mind or is wellbeing a topic you’ve never bothered to explore? My intent today is to share my journey of discovering wellbeing and hopefully help you answer this question for yourself. What then is well-being? Oxford English Dictionary defines wellbeing as the state of being
- [Our Top Tips for Running a Fundraiser for Acts!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/07/09/fundraiser/) - We love fundraisers! Over the years we've had some wonderful people who have decided to do amazing things... and have take the opportunity to raise the profile of our work and raise some money! To help you decide on your plans, here are some ideas and tips to kick-start your fundraising. Top tips for running
- [How to understand and manage stress](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/07/03/how-to-understand-and-manage-stress/) - Written by Naomi Butcher I think we can all agree that stress impacts us all in many different ways, on a regular basis. As a result of stress impacting multiple areas of my life recently, I have been on a journey of understanding my stressors, why I respond the way I do and how I
- [WHO’S WHO ON THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR ACTS TRUST](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/06/26/whos-who-on-the-board-of-directors-for-acts-trust/) - “Your trustee board is responsible for the governance of your charity and must run it in a way that complies with your charity’s governing document and the law.” The Charity Commission (2023) Acts Trust is governed by a Board of Directors chosen from a variety of diverse backgrounds, with varying work experience and expertise. Each
- [How important is determination?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/06/12/how-important-is-determination/) - I wonder: what would be on your list of values you think a charity should uphold? It may not be at the top of your list, but I think determination is a core value that keeps us moving forward. Here at Acts, Determination is one of our six values. We aim to approach everything with
- [An Interview With Our Citizens Advice Bureau Representative, Simon](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/06/05/an-interview-with-our-citizens-advice-bureau-representative-simon/) - Written by Ian Boyle: Did you know we have a face to face Citizens Advice service running in each of our Foodbank Distribution Centres each week? Simon, has been in the role now for a few months now and here is what he has to say about his role within the Foodbanks. How long have
- [Project Update - Find out what's happening with the youth in Lincoln.](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/05/29/project-update-find-out-whats-happening-with-the-youth-in-lincoln/) - Written by Caitlin Russell - Carr We've had lots of exciting things happen over the month of May in our Youth Program. We started the month with our annual youth conference, Captivate. We saw over 45 young people gather together from various Alive locations and other churches in Lincoln. They were a part of our worship team, responded
- [How to have difficult conversations](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/05/23/how-to-have-difficult-conversations/) - Written by Joy Velykorodnyy We’ve all been there! Knowing we need to have a ‘little chat’, but dreading it! Why are there some conversations which we dread? We know they are important, but we’d rather not have them. There are a couple of reasons - and when we realise what they are, it helps take
- [Hour of Wellbeing - Having Difficult Conversations](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/05/16/hour-of-wellbeing-having-difficult-conversations/) - Written by Joy Velykorodnyy We’ve all been there! Knowing we need to have a ‘little chat’, but dreading it! Why are there some conversations which we dread? We know they are important, but we’d rather not have them. There are a couple of reasons - and when we realise what they are, it helps take
- [Volunteering at Night Light Can Change your Life!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/05/13/volunteering-at-night-light-can-change-your-life/) - by Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Project Worker According to the Citizens Advice Bureau, every volunteer gets something different from their volunteering experience. Whether this is by making a positive difference to people's lives, improving their own self-esteem and wellbeing or gaining invaluable work experience. At the Night Light Cafes our volunteers all come from
- [Hurrah! Acts Trust are thrilled to Win the Lincoln Civic Award](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/04/29/hurrah-acts-trust-are-thrilled-to-win-the-lincoln-civic-award/) - Good samaritans, who are making a real difference to people in need, have been presented with the city’s top honour – the Lincoln Civic Award.Acts Trust CEO Simon Hawking received the striking silver award on behalf of the not-for-profit organisation and its 250 volunteers, from Lincoln Mayor Councillor Biff Bean at a special ceremony in
- [Rubble Rumbles: How do you cope with overwhelm?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/04/22/rubble-rumbles-how-do-you-cope-with-overwhelm/) - by Stacey Marriott Night Light Café Manager This week I woke one morning to find myself crushed and depleted beneath a mounting heap of overwhelm. I could hear the screech of brakes and the tumble of rubble as the tipper trucks approached and let down their load. The chinks of sunlight piercing through the chunks
- [Winner of the 2024 Lincoln Civic Award](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/04/11/winner-of-the-2024-lincoln-civic-award/) - We are absolutely thrilled and deeply honoured to announce that Acts Trust has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious 2024 Lincoln Civic Award! Receiving the Lincoln Civic Award is truly a humbling experience for us. It reflects not only our efforts but also the collective spirit of our amazing team, volunteers, donors, and
- [All good things at the Bridge Community Hub](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/04/10/all-good-things-at-the-bridge-community-hub/) - Written by Mike Fowler Foodbank is a great way for our church to make a real difference in our community and to do whatwe can to combat isolation and poverty. The nutritionally balanced parcels are well designed to support people for three days when they areshort of food, but they don’t give people a lot
- [How to Reduce the Use of Food Banks](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/03/26/how-to-reduce-the-use-of-food-banks/) - By Simon Hawking How do you feel about the existence of food banks in the UK? The Trussell Trust’s long-term goal to end the need for food banks is one that the general public agrees with: 77% think that food banks should not be needed in the UK. 93% that everyone should be able to
- [Mental Wellbeing -Let’s Talk](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/03/22/mental-wellbeing-lets-talk/) - By Kimberley Exton Do you ever feel overwhelmed by everyday life & societal pressures? Do you ever feel guilty for taking some time for you? What fires you up? What sparks passion within your soul? What feeds your reason for being? You are the one person in your life that must be a priority, in
- [February Half Term at Energize: Fun, Friendship & Growth](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/03/14/february-half-term-at-energize-fun-friendship-growth/) - We have been having a great time at Energize recently. Over February Half Term, we worked on the Monks Road estate, reaching out to young people in the area. We also provided outreach/detached youth work, based on the Lincoln Arboretum park, resulting in us propping up football goals & enjoying the open space. The rest
- [Why 60 minutes could make all the difference to your health.](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/03/07/why-60-minutes-could-make-all-the-difference-to-your-health/) - One hour per month. It doesn’t sound like much, does it? You could watch almost a whole football match, an episodeof The Apprentice or cook a pasta bake in the same time. You could also spend one hourfocusing on your mental health, one of the most valuable ways to improve your wellbeing.Working alongside the Foodbank,
- [What does it mean to be a volunteer?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/03/01/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-volunteer/) - Have food banks created a community with a positive outlook for the future? In today's world, where food insecurity continues to be a pressing issue, food banks stand as: potential symbols of hope, a last resort, or a form of action in likely times of uncertainty. Behind the scenes, we have a dedicated team of
- [Do you Know the 4 Reasons why 2023 Felt Pretty Daunting?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2024/01/04/do-you-know-the-4-reasons-why-2023-felt-pretty-daunting/) - Empowering People to End Poverty
- [Would you Survive a Pandemic Living in a Country where you don't Speak the Language?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/05/07/would-you-survive-a-pandemic-living-in-a-country-where-you-dont-speak-the-language/) - By Simon Hoare - CEO of Acts Trust This last year has created some difficult challenges yet some innovative opportunities for our teams. Kerry Werling is one of our frontline team volunteers; I caught up with her to discover how life in Lincoln has been for non-english speaking people during the pandemic. Rewinding to February
- [Lincoln Community Grocery Store celebrates move to Beaumont Manor](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/03/21/lincoln-community-grocery-store-celebrates-move-to-beaumont-manor/) - Members of the Be Lincoln Town Deal Board, along with members of the community and Acts Trust staff, gathered to officially open the newly located Lincoln Community Grocery Store.
- [The Restore Programme: How Coming Along Has Impacted My Life](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/29/the-restore-programme-how-coming-along-has-impacted-my-life/) - The Restore Programme is a series of courses designed to help you feel in control of your life. But don’t just take our word for it! Here’s Rachel’s* story of how she came to join and complete the Restore Programme... “I found out about the Restore Programme through my Social Prescriber. At first my anxiety
- [A day in the life of a Foodbank Distribution Centre](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/02/11/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-foodbank-distribution-centre/) - By Amy Colley - Lincoln Foodbank Coordinator At Lincoln Foodbank we have always said that we ‘provide 3 day emergency food parcels for local people in crisis’ but really it’s about so much more. The heart behind Foodbank is to build genuine connections with people and help empower them out of their current situation. So
- [A Cup of Tea with Lottie](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/02/20/a-cup-of-tea-with-lottie/) - Recently I sat down with Lottie* to hear how being involved with the Restore Programme has impacted her life. Here's her story:
- [Energize at PGL](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/02/22/energize-at-pgl/) - On a recent weekend, myself and two members of the Energize Team took sixteen young people to PGL. PGL is an outdoor education centre which inlcudes activities and apparatus like climibing walls, zip lines, problem solving courses, archery, fencing, and many more. Almost all young people didn't know eachother prior to the weekend, or at
- [The Soaring Use of Food Banks](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/03/09/the-soaring-use-of-food-banks/) - In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number of people turning to food banks for assistance. This rise in food bank usage is a worry. For us at Lincoln foodbank, here are some statistics on the rise in demand; Below are some figures to compare 2022 to 2023 Jan & Feb
- [Food Shopping Tricks to Save Money and the Planet ](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/03/31/food-shopping-tricks-to-save-money-and-the-planet/) - Did you know that around 6.7 millions tonnes of food is chucked in the bin each year by households in the UK? With food prices on the rise along with the cost of the living crisis, we’ve put together some top tips for reducing your food waste, saving some money and helping the planet! 1.
- [What difference can a supermarket collection make?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/04/04/what-difference-can-a-supermarket-collection-make/) - So far this year we have had 1400 referrals and have helped 3100 people (1040 of those were children), that is a 64% increase on the same period for last year and a 188% increase from 2019 (pre covid). All the food that goes out is donated, so far this year we have given out
- [A day in the life of a Community Grocery volunteer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/04/12/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-community-grocery-volunteer/) - Hi my name is Sally and I am a volunteer at the Lincoln Community Grocery (LCG).I became aware of the LCG when a friend shared a post on social media, I looked further into it and loved what was happening and had this strong feeling of wanting to get involved. The first thing I did
- [New places: New Faces](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/03/new-places-new-faces/) - Just across the corridor from the Lincoln Community Grocery, you will find the ALIVE CAFE - a new welcoming space provided by Acts Trust. The cafe is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30am - 3pm, serving free drinks and snacks. You can enjoy a pastry or biscuit, with a cup of tea or coffee,
- [Acts Trust's CEO visits Buckingham Palace!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/11/acts-trusts-ceo-visits-buckingham-palace/) - Simon Hawking, our CEO received an invitation to celebrate the King's Coronation at the Buckingham Palace Garden Party. The Garden Party took place on Wednesday 3rd May. Guests were invited to enjoy the sunshine join the King and the Royal Family in celebrating the King's Coronation. The exclusive invitations are in recognition of people's service.
- [Garfield Weston Foundation award £20k grant to Acts Trust](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/15/garfield-weston-foundation-award-20k-grant-to-acts-trust/) - We are thrilled that Garfield Weston Foundation has agreed to support Acts over the next 12 months with a grant for £20,000. We have a super ambitious year coming up in our mission to EmpowerPeople to EndPoverty. The team are ready to go, but our amazing services rely on generous giving from people who believe in our work.
- [Lincoln Foodbank - Trussell Trust Road Show](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/19/lincoln-foodbank-trussell-trust-road-show/) - This week I had the pleasure of heading over to Birmingham with two of my brilliant colleagues to a Trussell Trust Roadshow. These events happen every year over the course of a month in various locations around the UK. We came together with many other Foodbank’s to connect, listen, share and support each other. Emma
- [Energize May Half Term](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/22/energize-may-half-term/) - YMCA Showroom Trip In two weeks' time, we will be starting our May Half-Term Holiday Schemes! For this Holiday Scheme, we will be working with the Young people on the St Giles estate. Throughout the week, we will be doing various activities including sports, crafts, indoor and outdoor group games, as well as a trip
- [The Alive Cafe - a testimonial](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/31/the-alive-cafe-a-testimonial/) - Across the corridor from the Lincoln Community Grocery is a space called the Alive Cafe. If you go in on a Wednesday morning, you will be greeted with a smile by our wonderful volunteer, Dee. Dee isn't from Lincoln, and struggled with loneliness and anxiety after moving here. Wherever she went, she'd keep her head down and
- [Acts Trust Annual General Meeting - Highlights!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/06/09/acts-trust-annual-general-meeting-highlights/) - A couple of weeks ago we had our Annual General Meeting for Acts: it was a great night celebrating some of the highlights from the last year. Keep reading to find out more! Please note: figures below relate to the period May 2022 - April 2023 Night Light Cafes In the past year, we have
- [Summer Plans](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/06/26/summer-plans/) - At Energize we are so excited for summer! We have a fabulous programme packed and we can’t wait to get it started! We want to raise the aspirations and self-esteem in young people across Lincoln to reach their potential, improving their lifestyle choices, health and well-being, reducing the risk of social exclusion, crime and antisocial
- [Time to celebrate our volunteers](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/07/06/time-to-celebrate-our-volunteers/) - Last month we had our annual volunteer celebration. Volunteers are intrinsic to the work of Acts Trust so this was a time to honour, celebrate and shout about the incredible work that they have done over the last year. The day started with a big picture overview of the work of Acts Trust. There was
- [Are you worried about your Mortgage?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/07/17/are-you-worried-about-your-mortgage/) - As more and more people reach the end of their fixed rate terms, there is a real concern about another looming crisis. But there is always hope. The 'cost of living crisis' has affected pretty much everyone, but in lots of different ways. We've all noticed the price of certain goods at the supermarket rising
- ["I don't think it's for me!!"](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/08/02/i-dont-think-its-for-me/) - Andrew* (not his real name) didn’t have too much confidence. Poor physical health and a couple of mental health issues had left him feeling battered by the world and a little fragile. He started shopping at the Community Grocery, and while he was there, he saw a poster advertising a course. It was called Life:Ready,
- [Fun in the sun at Monks Road Family Fun Day!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/08/18/fun-in-the-sun-at-monks-road-family-fun-day/) - On Thursday 10th August, the Energize team along with Alive Church, hosted a Family Fun Day at the Arboretum and I’d love to tell you all about it! The wider Acts team were encouraged to help on the day so we all descended in the glorious sunshine to help out. When I arrived the site
- [Exam Results](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/08/24/exam-results/) - I’m sure mine isn’t the only house where stress levels have been rising recently! It always seems so unfair that our kids have to wait so long for their exam results, with so much of their future hanging in the balance. My kids have sat their GCSEs and both have provisional places to study further,
- [Energize Summer Schemes 2023 Highlights](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/09/01/energize-summer-schemes-2023-highlights/) - Our Summer Holiday Schemes are finished and we had a great time! We also ran three FREE Family Fun Days across the Summer, which were so successful and enjoyed by the local communities. Each Family Fun Day had many activities for people to get involved with from sports, to inflatables, giant bubble workshops, food and
- [Escape Beaumont Manor Fundraiser](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/09/22/escape-beaumont-manor-fundraiser/) - It’s time for our annual Acts Trust fundraiser! This year we will be... .. turning Beaumont Manor into a series of Escape Rooms! For £150 per team you will journey through various Escape Rooms taking a tour of our new building as you go. Work your way through the building, using clues to solve puzzles
- [A Jam-Packed November with Restore!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/10/23/a-jam-packed-november-with-restore/) - As the nights draw in, and our thoughts turn towards Christmas, we can often find ourselves worrying about how we are going to afford those little extras this year. Christians Against Poverty have helped thousands of people through their money course, and have now revamped and updated it. We will be running the updated course
- [October Half Term Holiday Schemes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/11/01/october-half-term-holiday-schemes/) - We've been having a great time at our October half term scheme! We have been based at the Energize Youth Center in Birchwood this week and we've met some great young people. As we've been talking to them, some of them have mentioned that they wouldn't be doing anything over their half-term if there were
- [Keeping Cosy on a Budget: Winter Money-Saving Tips](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/11/06/keeping-cosy-on-a-budget-winter-money-saving-tips/) - By Simon Hawking As winter draws near and the temperature drops, many of us are faced with the challenge of keeping our homes warm without breaking the bank. Fear not, we've got a few budget-friendly tips up our sleeves to help you keep cosy without a hefty heating bill. Let's dive into some ways to
- [A Jam-Packed November with Restore!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/11/06/a-jam-packed-november-with-restore-2/) - By Joy Velykorodnyy As the nights draw in, and our thoughts turn towards Christmas, we can often find ourselves worrying about how we are going to afford those little extras this year. Christians Against Poverty have helped thousands of people through their money course, and have now revamped and updated it. We will be running
- [What’s New with the Night Light Cafes?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/11/13/whats-new-with-the-night-light-cafes/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Cafe Manager The Night Light Cafes continues to be part of the NHS Community Mental Health Transformation Programme, which is being rolled out throughout England and Acts Trust. The project has seen a lot of change over recent months, including the launch of new cafes and the welcoming of
- [Exciting Night Light Cafe - Updates](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/09/13/exciting-night-light-cafe-updates/) - by Kerry Robinson - Lincoln NLC Coordinator & Michelle Russell - NLC Project Worker The Night Light Cafe project is growing and expanding on a monthly basis. From a small seed of an idea, we now have over 25 cafes open across Lincolnshire! With more opening in the next few weeks! We would love to
- [A Lesson from my Cheese Plant](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/08/16/a-lesson-from-my-cheese-plant/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Cafe Manager I recently googled the pointy things that are growing out of my cheese plant and discovered that they are called ‘aerial roots’ and grow to latch on to other plants to give support to the cheese plant as it grows. Wow! The cheese plant by design develops
- [An Interview with one of Night Light Cafe's new Network Leads](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/07/14/an-interview-with-one-of-night-light-cafes-new-network-lead/) - with Pam Jenkinson and Dean Bell The Night Light Cafe team are very excited to recently employ three new members of staff. Two will oversee the running of our Countywide cafes in the North and South of Lincolnshire. Another member of staff will support them both as a Project Worker. Dean Bell, has become our
- [How to become a Night Light Volunteer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/05/12/how-to-become-a-night-light-volunteer/) - by Michelle Russell - Night Light Project Worker Volunteering for a project like the Night Light Cafe, can be a really rewarding thing to do. But sometimes it can be quite daunting not knowing what the process will be like and how it works. So, I spoke with our Project Worker, Pam Jenkinson, who coordinates
- [Interview with Night Light Cafe Team Leader - Emma Bell](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/03/20/interview-with-night-light-cafe-team-leader-emma-bell/) - by Kerry Robinson - Assistant Coordinator for Night Light Cafe I met up with one of our lovely team leaders - Emma to ask them about their experience of leading a Night Light Cafe. Can you share a little about yourself and which Night Light Cafe you lead? My name is Emma. I have a
- [Inside the Night Light Cafe](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/02/27/inside-the-night-light-cafe/) - by Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Cafe Project Worker The Night Light Cafes are an out of hours, non-clinical support service for people who are struggling with their mental health. These safe spaces are hosted by teams of trained volunteers, who provide a warm welcome alongside a listening service and signposting advice. But what does
- [Acts Trust moves in to Beaumont Manor](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/02/10/acts-trust-moves-in-to-beaumont-manor/) - Beaumont Manor, a lovely Grade 2 listed heritage building in the centre of Lincoln has reopened after 6 years of being unused.
- [A big new chapter for Energize](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/02/03/a-big-new-chapter-for-energize/) - by Luke Wallace In June 2017, I took over from Dan leading the Energize project for Acts Trust, and first need to say what a privilege it's been. Over my nearly-6-years leading the project I've made as many mistakes and faux-pas as any youth worker can, learned a huge amount and hopefully also made a
- [We are Hiring!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/01/23/draft-2929/) - We are hiring! Our team is growing so we have a number of opportunities at present including: Community Grocery Manager Restore Programme Coordinator Energize Youth Worker Acts Project Worker If you are interested in joining us head over to our jobs page!
- [Where do You go to Feel Safe?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/01/23/where-do-you-go-to-feel-safe/) - Stacey Marriott - Night Light Cafe Coordinator The little girl buried her face in her mother’s chest and snuggled into her place of safety. We were at a party and she was feeling shy amid the hubbub and bustle. I smiled to myself, reflecting on the importance of having a ‘safe place’. I had recently
- [How much money can our CA Advisor save you?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2023/01/19/how-much-money-can-our-ca-advisor-save-you/) - Since September Lincoln Foodbank has been lucky enough to have our own Citizens Advisor working within our Distribution Centers. This has meant that people coming for a food parcel can seek additional help immediately. With the Cost of Living Crisis and the rise in gas and electricity our advisor has been incredibly busy offering essential
- [Murder Mystery Night!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/09/10/murder-mystery-night/) - Join our 15 Year fundraiser for Acts Trust Lincoln Hotel, Eastgate Lincoln, 24th November at 7:30pm Hold up! Fancy a bit of sleuthing? The Acts team will be hosting a Murder Mystery night at the Lincoln Hotel on the 24th November! Come as a team of around 4-6 (or join a team on the night)
- [New Permanent Residency for Lincoln Community Grocery](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/11/09/new-permanent-residency-for-lincoln-community-grocery/) - New permanent residency confirmed for Lincoln Community Grocery, supported by a £19m Town Deal as part of the Towns Fund. Lincoln Community Grocery, supported by the Government’s Be Lincoln, Town Deal and in partnership with the Message Trust, will re-locate to a permanent premises in January after a successful first year. Wednesday 5 October marked
- [New Residency for Lincoln Community Grocery](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/11/09/new-residency-for-lincoln-community-grocery/) - New permanent residency confirmed for Lincoln Community Grocery, supported by a £19m Town Deal as part of the Towns Fund. Lincoln Community Grocery, supported by the Government’s Be Lincoln, Town Deal and in partnership with the Message Trust, will re-locate to a permanent premises in January after a successful first year. Wednesday 5 October marked
- [Interview with the New Night Light Cafe Assistant Coordinator?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/08/31/interview-with-the-new-night-light-cafe-assistant-coordinator/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Cafe Coordinator The Night Light Cafe staff team has recently grown as we welcomed Kerry to the team at the start of August in the role of Assistant Night Light Cafe Coordinator. We thought an interview with Kerry would provide a great opportunity for you all to get to
- [An Interview with Fran, our Night Light Fundraising Volunteer!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/07/27/an-interview-with-fran-our-night-light-fundraising-volunteer/) - by Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Project Worker One of our wonderful volunteers Fran is planning to embark on a quest to help raise funds for the Night Light Cafe. He's doing a sponsored bike ride from Lincoln to Louth and back to Lincoln. Up and down those Wolds (rather him than us!). I asked
- [Energize announcement: HAF Programme partnership](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/07/19/energize-announcement-haf-programme-partnership/) - We are excited to announce that Energize have been accepted onto the Holiday Activities & Food (HAF) programme! The HAF programme is targeted at young people eligible for free school meals. The summer holidays are long, and families of children on FSM have it harder than ever right now. The HAF programme will ensure young
- [NHS Mental Health Transformation: What does it look like?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/07/18/nhs-mental-health-transformation-what-does-it-look-like/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Cafe Coordinator The Night Light Cafes are part of the NHS Transformation programme for Lincolnshire. But what does that mean? In the Night Light cafes, and indeed in my everyday life, I often have conversations with people who have felt let down by ‘the system’ when it comes to
- [Tesco Summer Collection](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/07/15/tesco-summer-collection/) - At the beginning of July for three days, we had an army of volunteers in Tesco on Wragby Road and Canwick Hill doing our annual Summer collection. It was a really busy and brilliant three days Over the three days we had a total of 77 volunteers of which 16 were children, how amazing is
- [Burnout - A Post COVID Phenomenon](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/06/29/burnout-a-post-covid-phenomenon/) - By Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Café Project Worker When the first COVID lockdown hit, I am not going to lie, there was a part of me that let out a sigh of relief. Being an introverted person, the idea of not having to socialise and having my small family unit consistently close to me,
- [An interview with Katie, a Community Grocery Volunteer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/06/28/an-interview-with-katie-a-community-grocery-volunteer/) - By Alanna Chandar-Nair Jubilee Week at the Grocery was busy! With our Jubilee cafe running all of last week we were chatting to the people of Lincoln ahead of an exciting bank holiday. I sat down with one of our Community Grocery volunteers Katie to chat all things Grocery and how our team of volunteers
- [An Interview with Ricky](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/05/27/an-interview-with-ricky/) - Ricky has been volunteering with Lincoln Foodbank since January 2022. He is part of the Tuesday evening team at the warehouse. I wanted to shine a light on Ricky and let you all know what he's been up to over the past year.. For the past 10 years Ricky and a group of friends have
- [An interview with two Night Light Volunteers](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/06/13/an-interview-with-two-night-light-volunteers/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Café Coordinator We recently interviewed Rae and Alan, who volunteer at the Birchwood Night Light Cafe. Here is what they had to say! Tell us a little bit about yourselves and how you first heard about the Night Light cafe: Rae: I am the secretary of Churches Together in
- [Interview with Mel, a Night Light Café Volunteer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/05/16/interview-with-mel-a-night-light-cafe-volunteer/) - by Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Café Project Worker Mel, has been volunteering at one of our Night Light cafes since 2021. She shares with us the passion and vision of what Night Light stands for and we so appreciate the commitment and enthusiasm she gives to the café she volunteers at. I asked Mel
- [Team interview](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/04/11/team-interview/) - I am hoping to support and empower individuals and communities and make a positive impact on hopefully at least one person’s life, if not more!
- [What's going on at Lincoln Foodbank...](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/04/08/whats-going-on-at-lincoln-foodbank/) - I wanted to use my opportunity this month to highlight the need and demand for Foodbank and to try and raise awareness. In the month of March Lincoln Foodbank fed 692 people of which 265 were children. Unfortunately the demand on foodbank's hasn't decreased. Over past few weeks we have seen a rise in demand
- [What impact does detached youth work have?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/30/what-impact-does-detached-youth-work-have/) - Youth work can be interesting sometimes because we can often think that 'surely if we put out some games and snacks, young people will almost certainly attend and join in with the activities we put on', but this doesn't happen as much as we'd hope it would. Read more. I remember being a teenager, and
- [Mental Health and Sleep](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/22/mental-health-and-sleep/) - By Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Café Project Worker Have you ever lay awake at night unable to sleep? What keeps you awake? What goes through your mind? How does lack of sleep impact your following day? We all need to sleep! According to the Sleep foundation, 'sleep is an essential function that allows your
- [Do Numbers Tell Stories?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/21/do-numbers-tell-stories/) - By Gill Simpson, Finance Manager, Acts Trust What image does 'Story Telling' conjure up for you? ‘Once upon a time’ ….. ‘They lived happily ever after’ maybe. Perhaps it has taken you back to school, to that end of day story read to you before heading home. A story just before bedtime is a fond
- [How do you pray during difficult times?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/18/how-do-you-pray-during-difficult-times/) - By Simon Hawking When my eldest son was a baby, my wife and I visited an NCT sale. This is where parents can bring all their unused 'nearly new' baby things for a 'bring and buy' style sale. With my son strapped to my chest, I picked up some interesting baby grows. Scanning the busy
- [What is it like to volunteer at the Lincoln Community Grocery?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/18/what-is-it-like-to-volunteer-at-the-lincoln-community-grocery/) - Kerry Werling interviews Sue Brier Tell me a little about yourself ….I’m 72 years old, have been retired for a number of years and just love volunteering! How long have you been volunteering at the Grocery?About four months. How did you come to be involved with the Community Grocery?I saw Kerry at Alive Church and
- [Stacey Marriot receives a High Sheriff's Award for her role in setting up Lincoln's Night Light Crisis Cafes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/11/stacey-marriot-receives-a-high-sheriffs-award-for-her-role-in-setting-up-lincolns-night-light-crisis-cafes/) - Marriot, our Night Light Cafes Coordinator, has received a High Sheriff's Award in recognition for her outstanding work setting up Night Light Crisis Cafes in Lincolnshire.
- [An Interview with a Night Light Café Guest](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/03/08/an-interview-with-a-night-light-cafe-guest/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Café Coordinator We value all our guests who come to our Night Light cafes, whether this is for a one off visit or to come to find a weekly safe haven. I recently met up with one of our guests, Anastasia for a chat and this is what she
- [Time for a good news story](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/02/28/time-for-a-good-news-story/) - Yes, it's been a very difficult and dark week. You could have been excused for turning off your social media feeds altogether but, even if it's just a welcome distraction, we have some good, local news to share. Energize has been awarded funding by Children in Need to run holiday programmes for young people in
- [Interview with a Foodbank Guest](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/02/18/interview-with-a-foodbank-guest/) - With the cost of living continually increasing, many people are having to choose between heating and eating. This shouldn't be the case but for many people it is. I had a chat with one of our Foodbank guests to find out how Foodbank has helped them. Tell me a little about yourself; I am single
- [Is it Acceptable to use a Foodbank?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/02/15/is-it-acceptable-to-use-a-foodbank/) - I started working for Lincoln Foodbank in 2015 and during that year we helped 2185 people with emergency food parcels. Last year Lincoln Foodbank helped 4524 people in crisis with emergency food parcels, 1600 of those people were children. That's a massive 107% increase in people needing support. Situations like ill health, job loss or
- [With Energy Bills Set To Rise This Year, How Can You Be Prepared?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/02/11/with-energy-bills-set-to-rise-this-year-how-can-you-be-prepared/) - The latest news on the changes to all our upcoming energy bills can be rather daunting, if not a little scary! We’ve put together some tips to help you reduce your bills, and how you can best prepare for the months ahead. 1. Check your budget It’s pretty much inevitable that all our bills will
- [An interview with an Energize Young Person](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/02/11/an-interview-with-an-energize-young-person/) - We caught up with one of our Energize young people from our Waddington Youth Club to hear about how she is finding the youth club. What is your favourite thing about Energize? Everything. Does coming to Energize have a positive impact on your life? Scored: 4/5 Can you give an example of how Energize has
- [Interview with our new Youth Work Apprentice](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/18/interview-with-our-new-youth-work-apprentice/) - We caught up with Reece, who from the end of September took on our new exciting and challenging role of Energize Apprentice. Reece is working with the Energize team supporting our busy programme of schools work, activity clubs and holiday schemes and has already brought lots of enthusiasm and ideas to Acts Trust. What was
- [Night Light Volunteer: Rebecca](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/01/31/night-light-volunteer-rebecca/) - Over the Christmas period, we put out a social media appeal to recruit some temporary volunteers to work in our Night Light Cafes, so that we would be able to remain open every day, including Christmas day. We were overwhelmed with the response we had from a range of people including teachers on their Christmas
- [New support for people in mental health crisis](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2022/01/25/new-support-for-people-in-mental-health-crisis/) - As part of urgent work to improve the mental health crisis care offered in Lincolnshire, and in our local communities, Gainsborough and Grantham have today joined the Night Light Café family and will be closely followed by Spalding, set to open next week. Night Light Cafés are safe spaces that offer an out-of-hours, non-clinical support
- [An Interview with our Foodbank Volunteer; Jemma Collins](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/12/22/an-interview-with-our-foodbank-volunteer-jemma-collins/) - Tell me a little about yourself.... Hello! I'm Jemma and I live in Lincoln with my husband Dave and our two boys Eli and Arlo. I'm currently on maternity leave and I go back to work in January 2022. I work for Alive Church in admin and communications. How long have you been volunteering with Foodbank?
- [An interview with a Night Light volunteer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/12/08/an-interview-with-a-night-light-volunteer/) - I recently had a chat with Michelle who has been a very active part of our volunteer team since we first began, serving on a team and also making regular befriending calls from home. Michelle has been an enormous asset to our team and has given so generously of her time, so it was good
- [Managing Anxiety in a COVID World](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/22/managing-anxiety-in-a-covid-world/) - By Pam Jenkinson (NLC Project worker) COVID-19 has had a major impact on the physical health of millions of people around the world, but also significantly on people’s mental health. Anxiety is one of the root problems many people are dealing with and within our Night Light Cafes this is one of the primary reasons
- [Tesco Christmas Collection at Lincoln Foodbank](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/20/tesco-christmas-collection-at-lincoln-foodbank/) - This week over three days, we have been in Tesco on Wragby Road and Canwick Hill doing our annual Christmas collection. It been a really busy and brilliant three days This is my third Tesco collection but, my previous two had restrictions around them due to the pandemic. My first collection was in November 2020,
- [An interview with Chris](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/19/an-interview-with-chris/) - This weekend has been our 3 day food collection at Tesco for Lincoln Foodbank. Whilst there I had the opportunity to interview Chris, who has served on a number of the Foodbank teams over the last 18 months. Here’s what he had to say: Chris, you've volunteered on a number of teams over the lat
- [Our New Peer Mentoring Course](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/15/our-new-peer-mentoring-course/) - As a team, we recently made a new, twelve-week course as part of our schools-work projects. The course is called 'Peer Mentoring.' Our aim and hope is to empower and equip older pupils, from year 12-13, with the tools and experience to mentor younger pupils in their school. The first six weeks focus on different
- [Interview: How is volunteering with Energize empowering young people?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/09/28/interview-how-is-volunteering-with-energize-empowering-young-people/) - By Lauren Johnson I caught up with Kamila, one of our young volunteers recently. Kamila is a 16-year-old volunteer with us at Energize. Kamila is a regular volunteer at our Sincil Bank youth club and has been volunteering with us for a few months; she is a great asset to our volunteer team. Q1: When
- [How a Community Grocery Brings Hope](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/05/how-a-community-grocery-brings-hope/) - At Lincoln Community Grocery you can fill a shopping basket for just £3.
- [How to avoid being fully reliant on Fragile Funding](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/04/how-to-avoid-being-fully-reliant-on-fragile-funding/) - By Gill Simpson, Finance Manager Did you have a classroom pet? Back in the late '90s/early '00s I was working in Education Finance for an East Midlands Local Authority at a time when it was fashionable for the government to provide targeted funding for schools - with a narrow list of things it could be
- [Night Light Cafe: What is the value of what we do?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/11/01/night-light-cafe-what-is-the-value-of-what-we-do/) - The Night Light Cafe recently had the pleasure of working with LORIC (Lincolnshire Open Research and Innovation Centre) in the production of a report compiled to demonstrate the value of the service offered. The findings portrayed in the report have been an immense encouragement to all the team, who have worked tirelessly to build this
- [PARTNERSHIP - AN ESSENTIAL DYNAMIC FOR ACTS TRUST](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/10/21/partnership-an-essential-dynamic-for-acts-trust/) - “Partnership is a relationship in which two or more people, organisations or countries work together as partners” Collins English Dictionary Partnership is central and fundamental to how Acts Trust works in all aspects of project delivery. From the very beginning Acts Trust sought to develop strong partnerships with key organisations, with similar aims and objectives,
- [Interview with a Night Light Phone Volunteer -](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/10/04/interview-with-a-night-light-phone-volunteer/) - by Pam Jenkinson Café Project Worker When someone wants to volunteer with our Night Light team there are several ways that they can get involved. The majority of our volunteers opt to join a café team, where they meet with our guests face to face and go on a team rota. However, sometimes one of
- [A Chat with our Thursday Warehouse Team](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/09/30/a-chat-with-our-thursday-warehouse-team/) - Thursday is a busy day for Lincoln Foodbank. The Foodbank drivers are collecting donations from different locations across the city, they are also delivering Food parcels to our Distribution Centres. We have many Distribution Centres open giving out food parcels. Dial-a-Ride are out in the afternoons delivering food parcels to those isolating and it’s also
- [How will the Community Grocery will become a 'Game Changer' for Foodbanks?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/09/29/how-will-the-community-grocery-will-become-a-game-changer-for-foodbanks/) - On the 5th October our Community Grocery store will be opening at Central Methodist Church. This will be a great opportunity for those needing to use Foodbank on a regular basis to be able to shop in a supermarket and pay for their food - but at a fraction of the price. The opening of
- [An interview with St John the Baptist Ermine Night Light volunteers by Stacey Marriott](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/09/27/an-interview-with-st-john-the-baptist-ermine-night-light-volunteers-by-stacey-marriott/) - The Night Light cafes are safe spaces for people who are experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Night Light cafes operate in various areas of Lincoln on every day of the week. Yesterday I visited the St John's Night Light cafe on the Ermine in Lincoln and had a chat with two of their
- [Top Tips for Finding a New Job](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/09/23/top-tips-for-finding-a-new-job/) - Looking for work can often feel like an intimidating task: where to start, who to talk to, how to prepare for interviews - and what needs to go on a CV these days? The good news is there is help on hand! Earlier this year we launched our new Job Club in partnership with Christians
- [Interview: how are young volunteers are making good things happen in Sincil Bank?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/07/03/interview-how-are-young-volunteers-are-making-things-good-happen-in-sincil-bank/) - by Luke Wallace I caught up with Cole, who's been volunteering at our Sincil Bank club (amoungst other things) for the last few months, and helped us double our attendance in the past 5 weeks by bringing a lot of humour and enthusiasm. Cole is 16 years old, just finished school and also a very
- [Saying Thank You in a Covid World](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/04/26/saying-thank-you-in-a-covid-world/) - By Bethan Lloyd To quote Billy Joel, ‘the times they are a-changing’. It’s been a strange old year, full of highs and lows, new experiences and a sense of groundhog days. As restrictions begin to lift and the sun begins to shine, it feels like a good time to pause and take stock: to say
- [Our Brilliant Team at Hykeham Distribution Centre](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/06/10/our-brilliant-team-at-hykeham-distribution-centre/) - By Cat Middleton – Foodbank Project Worker In April we opened our fifth Distribution Centre, which is located in North Hykeham. When we mapped out what areas of the city Lincoln Foodbank were reaching and how far guest’s were having to travel to collect a food parcel, we decided we needed to plant another Distribution
- [A catch up with David and John](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/04/05/a-catch-up-david-and-john/) - By Cat Middleton – Foodbank Project Worker This week I caught up with David and John who are part of our Foodbank Van Team. David has been volunteering with Lincoln Foodbank for nearly 5 years and John for just over a year. David and John have been real life superheroes over this past year. They
- [Power to the People - How can we empower ourselves?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/05/10/power-to-the-people-how-can-we-empower-ourselves/) - By Stacey Marriott - Night Light Crisis Cafe Coordinator I was recently offered a course of therapy sessions, and as a firm believer that such activity is beneficial to all, whether they are feeling the need for it or not, I jumped at the chance. Over the course of seven sessions, with the assistance of
- [Night Light Journey](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/02/22/night-light-journey/) - By Stacey Marriott – Night Light Crisis Café Coordinator Imagine hitting rock bottom and feeling drowned by despair. All hope is gone and everything seems black and bleak and lonely. Imagine finding a place that is full of light and hope, where a warm welcome is extended by people who care. Safety and peace provide
- [Mental Health Stereotypes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/03/15/mental-health-stereotypes/) - By Pam Jenkinson – Night Light Crisis Café Project Worker It is estimated that 1 in 6 people in the past week experienced a common mental health problem! Yes 1 in 6! Furthermore, one in four of us have or will develop a mental health crisis in our lifetime. So surely having a mental health condition
- [A catch up with a Night Light Café Volunteer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/04/19/a-catch-up-with-a-night-light-cafe-volunteer-by-pam-jenkinson/) - By Pam Jenkinson – Night Light Crisis Café Project Worker Without our committed volunteers, the Night Light Cafes would not be able to function. We have a dedicated team, who want to make a difference to those who may be in crisis and have a desire to provide support and empathy to others. I visited
- [Interview: being a young volunteers and making a difference](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/05/06/interview-being-a-young-volunteers-and-making-a-difference/) - By Luke Wallace, Energize Manager I caught up with Lewis, a 16-year-old young volunteer at Energize, about how Energize has helped him and his experience volunteering with us. When did you first get into contact with Energize? When I was in year 9, I did some things that weren't good. I got into trouble and
- [How Can I support my Local Charity?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/04/13/how-can-i-support-my-local-charity/) - By Simon Hoare - CEO of Acts Trust There are three simple ways that you can support your local charity: VolunteeringDonations of goods or moneySpread the word about the work they do For many of us, responding to a need or a crisis that we either become aware of or witness firsthand feels like the
- [What Would Make You Jump Out of an Airplane?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/06/28/what-would-make-you-jump-out-of-an-airplane/) - By Simon Hoare - CEO of Acts Trust This year Acts is 15 years old. I remember joining the small team that year in my mid-20's; we were full of ideas about how we could change the City of Lincoln for good and Make a Difference. With a bunch of enthusiastic volunteers from the Alive
- [How the Pandemic impacted on Food Poverty in Lincoln](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/03/09/how-the-pandemic-impacted-on-food-poverty-in-lincoln/) - By Simon Hoare - CEO of Acts Trust Lincoln Food Poverty Report 20/21: The impact of the Pandemic This report presents the data from food bank usage during the period March 2020 to February 2021. Whilst lockdown restrictions have not yet lifted at the time of writing this report, this does still give an indication
- [Is a Food Parcel enough to stop Food Poverty?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/04/22/its-so-much-more-than-a-food-parcel/) - By Amy Colley - Lincoln Foodbank Coordinator “There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they’re falling in.” ― Desmond Tutu I love this quote by Desmond Tutu and think about it a lot in regards to Foodbank.
- [An interview with Charlotte](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/05/19/an-interview-with-charlotte/) - By Amy Colley - Lincoln Foodbank Coordinator This week I went to the Bridge Community Hub to catch up with one of our amazing volunteers Charlotte. Charlotte first came to the Foodbank at the Bridge Community Hub as she was having an incredibly difficult time in her life. 10 months on Charlotte is now one
- [How does a charity negotiate the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/01/29/how-does-a-charity-negotiate-the-challenges-of-the-coronavirus-pandemic/) - By Nigel Woodcock - Vice-Chair, Acts Trust Board of Directors The last year has been challenging for all of us navigating our way through the obstacles we have faced in living in a community facing a global pandemic. As a charity Acts Trust has had to adjust and adapt to ensure it is still relevant
- [Sometimes when we don’t know what to say, a hug says enough.](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/05/17/sometimes-when-we-dont-know-what-to-say-a-hug-says-enough/) - By Cat Middleton - Foodbank Project Worker Today feels like a BIG day. It’s the day where we are officially allowed to HUG friends and family after a year of social distancing (be sensible!). I love a good hug! It lifts me up and makes me feel ok, so today, whatever situation you find yourself
- [How can being in a community benefit me?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/05/29/how-can-being-in-a-community-benefit-me/) - By Lauren Johnson - Energize Activity Youth Worker “Alone, we can do so little; together we can do so much.” - Helen Keller Over the past year, communities across Lincoln, the nation, and the nations have come together like nothing I’ve ever seen before. From doorstop and garden visits in the freezing cold, for a
- [Interview with Night Light Student Volunteers](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/06/21/interview-with-night-light-student-volunteers/) - by Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Café Project Worker We have been really fortunate this year to have eighteen volunteers at our Night Light Cafes who are currently psychology students and attend either Bishop Grosseteste University or Lincoln University as part of their work experience placements. We have been overwhelmed with the quality and commitment
- [Interview: with Night Light Volunteers Martin and Kathryn](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/06/04/interview-with-night-light-volunteers-martin-and-kathryn/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Crisis Café Coordinator This week I caught up with two of the Night Light volunteers, Martin and Kathryn. Martin has previously been a guest at the Night Light Cafes and has recently applied and trained to become a ‘Peer Volunteer’. This role is for individuals who are no longer
- [Can a Christian be depressed?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/06/01/can-a-christian-be-depressed/) - By Pam Jenkinson - Night Light Crisis Café Project Worker I would want to start this blog with – of course – what a silly question! However, is it one? If someone has been set free because of the blood of Jesus, knows very clearly where they are heading, then surely there is no place
- [How has Energize helped young people through the recent COVID pandemic?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/04/16/how-has-energize-helped-young-people-over-the-past-year/) - By Lauren Johnson Over the course of the pandemic, young people across Lincoln have connected in with Energize in various ways through schools work delivery, holiday schemes, sports, evening youth clubs, and trips. Activities such as those mentioned above have allowed us to build strong relationships and foundations for deeper conversations about how they are
- [What next for young people in Lincoln?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/03/26/what-next-for-young-people-in-lincoln/) - By Luke Wallace Young people are not designed to be locked up. A year ago, I may have said that young people today are more interested in being online than in person. I think of my childhood of involving run outs, tig, hide and seek, kerby, pokemon cards and gameboy color. Today, I thought, young
- [What does Rebuilding Lincoln look like?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/03/30/rebuilding-lincoln/) - By Joy Blundell We stand at the hinge point of history. As we emerge out of Covid-19 Lockdown #3, the history books will record how we as a generation rebuilt from the rubble of the devastation of this disease. A disease that has not only ravaged bodies and stolen lives but has broken hearts, closed
- [Five Reasons to Feel Positive Today](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/02/09/five-reasons-to-feel-positive-today/) - By Bethan Lloyd Let’s face it, we’re all feeling a bit rubbish at the moment. Living through another lockdown, homeschooling, isolation, grief, loss, winter weather and short, dark days - these things are all taking their toll and it can be difficult sometimes to keep our spirits up and our outlook optimistic. Sometimes, when the
- [Youth and COVID-19](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/2021/03/10/youth-and-covid-19/) - By Lauren Johnson Have you ever felt scared and hopeful at the same time? So many young people around the country have said they feel the same with regards to COVID-19, the impact it has had and will have on their lives in the future. The pandemic has had a devastating impact on many of

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- [Lincoln Community Grocery](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/projects/lincoln-community-grocery/) - Tins and packeted foodRefrigerated foodFrozen foodToiletries‘Mix and Match’ items 4: Members can also top up their shop by purchasing ‘little extras’ 5: That’s not all! Members can access courses and additional projects that can empower them to overcome any challenges they may be facing, including: Job ClubsBudgeting CoursesLife Skills trainingHealthy EatingWellbeing CoursesFriendship and Support GroupsAlpha
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- [What’s New with the Night Light Cafes?](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/whats-new-with-the-night-light-cafes/) - by Stacey Marriott - Night Light Cafe Manager The Night Light Cafes continue to be part of the NHS Community Mental Health Transformation Programme which is being rolled out throughout England. The project has seen a lot of change over recent months, including the launch of new cafes and the welcoming of new team members,
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- [Energize Youth Club- Navenby](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-youth-club-navenby/) - Weekly youth clubs involve games, activities, crafts, consoles and lots of fun! The Navenby club runs every Monday in term time for ages 8-12. Price- £2 Sign up here
- [Energize Youth Club- Sincil Bank](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-youth-club-sincil-bank/) - Weekly youth clubs involve games, activities, crafts, consoles and lots of fun! The Sincil Bank club runs every Tuesday in term time for ages 8-12 (5.30-7pm) and 12-16 (7-8.30pm). Cost- 50p Sign up here
- [Energize Youth Club- Birchwood](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-youth-club-birchwood/) - Weekly youth clubs involve games, activities, crafts, consoles and football on the 3G pitch. The Birchwood club runs every Thursday in term time for ages 11-16. £FREE Sign up here
- [Energize Youth Club- Waddington](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-youth-club-waddington/) - Weekly youth clubs involve games, activities, crafts, consoles and lots of fun! The Waddington club runs every Thursday in term time for ages 8-12, 6-8pm. Cost- £1 Sign up here
- [Foodbank - Bridge Community Hub](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-bridge-community-hub/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Bridge Community Hub](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-bridge-community-hub-2/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Bridge Community Hub](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-bridge-community-hub-3/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Bridge Community Hub](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-bridge-community-hub-4/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Moorland Park Methodist Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-moorland-park-methodist-church/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Moorland Park Methodist Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-moorland-park-methodist-church-2/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank- Central Methodist Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-central-methodist-church/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Birchwood Life Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-birchwood-life-church/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Birchwood Life Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-birchwood-life-church-2/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Birchwood Life Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-birchwood-life-church-3/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Hykeham Foodbank (Faith Church Fellowship)](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-hykeham-foodbank-faith-church-fellowship/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Foodbank - Hykeham Foodbank (Faith Church Fellowship)](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-hykeham-foodbank-faith-church-fellowship-2/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Community Fun Day](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/community-fun-day/) - We've all been through a year apart from one another. Now is our chance to see our friends again! Acts Trust are partnering with Life Church Birchwood to facilitate an afternoon of socialising, games, crafts, inflatables and activities for all ages. Most of all it's a chance to reconnect with your local community! The day
- [Community Fun Day](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/community-fun-day-2/) - We've all been through a year apart from one another. Now is our chance to see our friends again! Acts Trust are partnering with Bridge Church in Sincil Bank (Portland St) to facilitate an afternoon of socialising, games, crafts, inflatables and activities for all ages. Most of all it's a chance to reconnect with your
- [Community Fun Day](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/community-fun-day-3/) - We've all been through a year apart from one another. Now is our chance to see our friends again! Acts Trust are partnering with Moorland Park Methodist Church to facilitate an afternoon of socialising, games, crafts, inflatables and activities for all ages. Most of all it's a chance to reconnect with your local
- [Energize Schemes: Sincil Bank](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-schemes-sincil-bank/) - Energize Holiday Schemes are a chance to have fun, try new things and meet people. We'll be running a range of sports, games and activities. You can sign up here to get involved. See you soon!
- [Energize Schemes: Monks Road](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-schemes-monks-road/) - Energize Holiday Schemes are a chance to have fun, try new things and meet people. We'll be running a range of sports, games and activities. You can sign up here to get involved. See you soon!
- [Energize Scheme: Hykeham](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-scheme-hykeham/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in Hykeham aged 8-14 at the North Hykeham Community Hub. You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Holiday Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football at Ermine](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-holiday-schemes-multi-sports-football-at-ermine/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in Ermine aged 11-16 at Sudbrooke Drive. You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football at Ermine](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-multi-sports-football-at-ermine/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in Ermine aged 11-16 at Sudbrooke Drive. You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football @ Moorlands](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-multi-sports-football-moorlands/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in Moorland aged 11-16 at Baccies skate park You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football @ Moorland](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-multi-sports-football-moorland/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in Moorland aged 11-16 at Baccies skate park You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football @ Birchwood](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-multi-sports-football-birchwood/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in Birchwood aged 11-16 at the Energize Youth Centre. You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Jump Inc!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-jump-inc/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be facilitating an evening at Jump Inc. Please bring extra money (3 pounds) for socks, and more if you'd like to buy refreshments. You can sign up here, or get in
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Beach trip to Maybo](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-beach-trip-to-maybo/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be facilitating a beach trip to Mayblethorpe for young people aged 11-16. The coach will leave from teh Alive Church in town at 9am, arriving back at 5pm. You can sign
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football @ St Giles](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-multi-sports-football-st-giles/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in St Giles aged 11-16 at St Giles Community Centre/ Park. You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Multi Sports/ Football @ St Giles](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-multi-sports-football-st-giles-2/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running activities for young people in St Giles aged 11-16 at St Giles Community Centre You can sign up here, or get in touch with us for more info.
- [Energize Summer Schemes: Beach trip to Maybo!](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-summer-schemes-beach-trip-to-maybo-2/) - Energize holiday schemes are a great chance to have fun, get to know new people and try some new things during school holidays. We'll be running a beach day trip to Maybo, for young people aged 11-16. The coach will leave from the Alive Centre in town at 9am, arriving back at 5pm. You can
- [Restore Programme: Life Ready](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/restore-programme-life-ready/) - Life Ready is designed to help you build strong foundations for your life. Even better, it's completely FREE! Running weekly over 5 weeks, as a group we discover and explore different topics each week: Week 1: Goals Week 2: Self Worth Week 3: Sleep Week 4: Healthy Eating (a practical cooking session!) Week 5: Environment
- [Foodbank - Hykeham Foodbank (Faith Church fellowship)](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/foodbank-hykeham-foodbank-faith-church-fellowship-3/) - Our Foodbank Centres are open for donations and to collect a food parcel. If you are in need of a food parcel and you are not working with a supporting agency please call 01522 873382 to get a referral.
- [Energize Easter Holiday Schemes 2022: Trips](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-easter-holiday-schemes-2022-trips/) - You are on this page if you have booked and confirmed a place on an Energize Easter Scheme. All the Energize Easter Holiday events are available as tickets on this page, this is to confirm and pay for your place. Please press the ticket button to find your event. Your booking is not confirmed until payment
- [Energize Easter Holiday Schemes 2022: Ermine Activity Days](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-easter-holiday-schemes-2022-ermine-activity-days/) - From April 4th-5th we are running activity days at Ermine Sudbrooke Community Centre & field, for your young person to get involved in! April 4th - 11am-1pm April 5th - 12pm-3pm If you are between 8-18, we would love for you to join us in our Easter Holiday Programme. All activities are FREE unless stated
- [Energize Easter Holiday Schemes 2022: Monks Road Activity Days](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-easter-holiday-schemes-2022-monks-road-activity-days/) - From April 6th-7th we are running activity days at Monks Raod, Arboretum, for your young person to get involved in! If you are between 8-18, we would love for you to join us in our Easter Holiday Programme. All activities are FREE unless stated otherwise. To sign up to anything we are doing over Easter,
- [Energize Easter Holiday Schemes 2022: Moorland, Boultham Park Activity Days](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-easter-holiday-schemes-2022-moorland-boultham-park/) - From April 11th-12th we are running activity days at Moorland, Boultham Park for your young person to get involved in! If you are between 8-18, we would love for you to join us in our Easter Holiday Programme. All activities are FREE unless stated otherwise. To sign up to anything we are doing over Easter,
- [Energize Easter Holiday Schemes 2022: Birchwood, Hartslome Park Activity Day](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-easter-holiday-schemes-2022-birchwood-hartslome-park-activity-day/) - From April 13th we are running activity days at Birchwood, Hartsolme for your young person to get involved in! If you are between 8-18, we would love for you to join us in our Easter Holiday Programme. All activities are FREE unless stated otherwise. To sign up to anything we are doing over Easter, please
- [North Hykeham Foodbank](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/north-hykeham-foodbank/) - If you need a referral please call Lincoln Foodbank on 01522 542116 option 2 or the Welfare Team on 01522 873382
- [Sunday Night Light Café 6 - 9pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/sunday-night-light-cafe-7-10pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Night Light Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 7 – 10pm at Alive Lincoln Central, Newland, Lincoln, LN1 1XG (you
- [Monday Night Light Café 8- 11pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/monday-night-light-cafe-8-11pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Crisis Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. We are open this evening at Bridge Central, Portland Street, LN5 7NN To book in call 0300 011
- [Saturday Night Light Café 8 - 11pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/saturday-night-light-cafe-8-11pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Night Light Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 8 - 11pm at St. Swithin’s Lincoln, The Salthouse, Free School
- [Friday Evening Night Light Café 4 - 8pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/friday-evening-night-light-cafe-4-8pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Night Light Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 4 - 8pm at Energize Youth Centre, Larchwood Cres, Birchwood, Lincoln
- [Restore Programme](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/restore-programme/) - Restore is a fun and helpful programme designed to help you feel in control of your life - for free! Running weekly over 12 weeks, Restore covers topics including Life Skills, creating a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP), Money Management and Job Skills. You’ll also have 1-2-1 sessions with a coach, plus the opportunity to
- [Energize Easter Schemes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/energize-easter/) - Energize is our youth work project, and we'll be running some activities for limited groups of young people across the Easter Holidays. If you have a child between the ages of 11 and 18, sign them up to an activity! Activities include picnics, cycle rides, walks, multi sports, football tournaments, and trips to Yorkshire Wildlife
- [Monday Evening Night Light Café  4 - 8pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/monday-evening-night-light-cafe-4-8pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Crisis Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. We are open this evening between 4 - 8pm at St John the Baptist, Laughton Way, Ermine, LN2
- [Tuesday Evening Night Light Café 4 - 8pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/tuesday-evening-night-light-cafe-4-8pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Crisis Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 4 - 8pm at St Giles Methodist Church, Addison Drive, St Giles
- [Wednesday Night Light Café 4 - 11pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/wednesday-night-light-cafe-4-11pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Crisis Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 4 - 11pm at Bailgate Methodist Church, Bailgate, LN1 3AR. To book
- [Thursday Night Light Café 4 - 11pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/thursday-night-light-cafe-4-11pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Crisis Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 4 - 11pm at Boultham Breakthrough centre, Boultham Park Road, LN6 7ST.
- [Friday Night Light Café 8 - 11pm](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/events/friday-night-light-cafe-8-11pm/) - The Night Light service provides free support for people experiencing a crisis in their mental health. Crisis Cafes are open in different locations around Lincoln on certain evenings during the week and phone support is also available. This evening we are open between 8 - 11pm at Bridge Hub, Newark Road, LN5 8NQ. To book

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- [it'sgoodtotalk](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/itsgoodtotalk/)
- [Good news](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/good-news/)
- [Children in Need](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/children-in-need/)
- [Holiday Schemes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/holiday-schemes/)
- [Holiday Programmes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/holiday-programmes/)
- [Night Light Crisis Cafes](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/night-light-crisis-cafes/)
- [High Sheriffs Award](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/high-sheriffs-award/)
- [Night Light](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/night-light/)
- [sleep](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/sleep/)
- [youthwork](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/youthwork/)
- [sports](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/sports/)
- [teenagers](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/teenagers/)
- [Kickstart](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/kickstart/)
- [Team Interview](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/team-interview/)
- [Restore](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/restore/)
- [Volunteer Centre Services](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/volunteer-centre-services/)
- [burnout](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/burnout/)
- [mental wellbeing](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/mental-wellbeing/)
- [Transform Lincoln](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/transform-lincoln/)
- [HAF](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/haf/)
- [Holiday Activities & Food Programme](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/holiday-activities-food-programme/)
- [Summer](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/summer/)
- [Free School Meals](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/free-school-meals/)
- [Summer Holidays](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/summer-holidays/)
- [Children](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/children/)
- [FSM](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/fsm/)
- [Town Deal](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/town-deal/)
- [Be Lincoln](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/be-lincoln/)
- [Community Grocery](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/community-grocery/)
- [The Message](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/the-message/)
- [East Midlands](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/east-midlands/)
- [Investment](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/investment/)
- [Lincoln City Council](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/lincoln-city-council/)
- [Luke](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/luke/)
- [update](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/update/)
- [Beaumont Manor](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/beaumont-manor/)
- [Office](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/office/)
- [Towns Deal](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/towns-deal/)
- [Surplus food](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/surplus-food/)
- [Waste food](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/waste-food/)
- [Poverty](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/poverty/)
- [Royal Garden Party](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/royal-garden-party/)
- [Invitation](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/invitation/)
- [2023](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/2023/)
- [King Charles](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/king-charles/)
- [King Charles III](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/king-charles-iii/)
- [Morning Dress](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/morning-dress/)
- [Buckingham Palace](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/buckingham-palace/)
- [Coronation](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/coronation/)
- [Recognition](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/recognition/)
- [countywide](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/countywide/)
- [Bishop Grosseteste University](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/bishop-grosseteste-university/)
- [Alive Church](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/alive-church/)
- [CAMHS](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/camhs/)
- [Daunting](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/daunting/)
- [Building work](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/building-work/)
- [Refresh](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/refresh/)
- [new term](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/new-term/)
- [mental health tips](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/mental-health-tips/)
- [Daylight](https://www.actstrust.org.uk/tag/daylight/)