Category Archives: Charity

Volunteers in Selsdon deliver 280 food parcels in two weeks

Posted on April 6, 2020 by

Charity and church workers in the south of the borough have been brought close to tears by the daily acts of generosity from the community in the midst of the coronavirus crisis In Selsdon, a group of local charities, churches, … Continue reading →

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South Norwood neighbours have started own meals on wheels

Posted on April 1, 2020 by

In the middle of all the chaos and uncertainty, community efforts to support the frail, elderly and vulnerable continue. In some cases, the community groups’ efforts have, literally, redoubled. The South Norwood Community Kitchen was presented with a dilemma when … Continue reading →

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Ten top tips to help do your bit during the covid-19 emergency

Posted on March 28, 2020 by

After more than a week of the coronavirus lockdown, we’ve probably all got more time on our (very well-washed) hands than we know what to do with. Here, Croydon teacher and volunteer ROWENNA DAVIS (pictured left) offers some suggestions about … Continue reading →

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Sainsbury’s joins with charities to help Selsdon Food Hub

Posted on March 21, 2020 by

Charities, community groups and businesses in Selsdon and Monks Hill have teamed up during the coronavirus emergency to provide shopping to the most vulnerable residents living in the area. The groups include Selsdon Contact, a registered charity which has been … Continue reading →

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Labour MPs step in to help co-ordinate emergency volunteering

Posted on March 20, 2020 by

Croydon’s Labour MPs are working with council agency Croydon Voluntary Action to help recruit volunteers, collect donations for food banks and offer support to those that need it during the coronavirus emergency. With the sudden emergence of a wide range … Continue reading →

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Nightwatch charity appeal for volunteers in covid-19 crisis

Posted on March 19, 2020 by

Croydon Nightwatch, the borough’s longest-established homelessness charity, has put out an emergency appeal for extra volunteers during the coronavirus crisis, to help maintain their nightly soup kitchen in Queen’s Gardens and other services for the homeless and working poor. In … Continue reading →

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Community Easter Fair, Ashburton Hall, Apr 11

Posted on March 13, 2020 by
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