The Men’s Grub Club working to tackle food insecurity, barriers to work and social isolation
The Men’s Grub Club, run by Cook for Good is an organisation working to tackle food insecurity, barriers to work and social isolation on the Priory Green Estate. The Men’s Grub Club is a programme for older men on the estate, particularly those who are retired, living alone, and socially isolated. They come together to […]
How Mother2Mother, run by Islington Mind, supports isolated female caregivers
Mother2Mother, run by Islington Mind, brings together isolated mothers and female caregivers caring for children or family with mental health problems. The project provides opportunities for women like Miriam to socialise, build networks and access specialist support. Miriam, 65, cares for a son with a severe mental health diagnosis. She was finding that her responsibilities […]
Well, hello there, aren’t you a cracking neighbour!
Thank you so much for joining us in our mission to end loneliness in Islington this winter. Right now, Islington is facing a loneliness crisis. With some of the highest levels of poverty and mental ill health in the country, local community projects and services are experiencing unprecedented strain. All proceeds from these crackers are […]
How art-based charity, All Change, boosts creativity and wellbeing
All Change is a cherished small charity that brings artists and communities together through authentic arts projects and experiences. The charity works to support diverse communities, helping individuals access opportunities and lead fulfilling lives. “We’re interested in redressing that balance and looking at who isn’t being seen, who isn’t being heard, and how can arts […]
Putting power into the hands of young people
The Young Grant Makers programme is part of Islington Giving’s ongoing work to shift power into the hands of local people. Young Grant Makers gives young people the opportunity to actively shape youth services and activities in the borough. For 2025, we plan to build on the programme’s success by pairing each Young Grant Maker […]
(Now closed) We are hiring a Director of Development and Communications!
This vacancy is now closed. Are you our next Director of Development and Communications? Do you have a proven track record in fundraising, development, and communications? Do you enjoy rolling your sleeves up and personally getting stuck in, as well as working collaboratively with partners, teams, and boards? Are you passionate, as we are, about […]
