Stories & Partners
Discover how your support is making a difference. Read inspiring, heart-warming stories of local people, groups and organisations working to bring communities together and tackle inequalities in Islington.
“Where can the Arts help?” ~ The impact of All Change in Islington
All Change is a cherished small charity that brings artists and communities together through authentic arts projects and experiences. Supported by various grants from Islington
“Without Claremont I think people would be lonely” ~ The value of Claremont for isolated older people
Claremont aims to improve the quality of life for isolated older people through a range of services and by putting authentic relationships at the heart
“Better than drugs or counselling” ~ The Stuart Low Trust’s positive effect on mental health
Stuart Low was a young Islington man who sadly took his own life in 1997 after failing to find the help he needed to cope
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
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
Bringing mindfulness and yoga to young people in Islington ~ by Leah, Alumni Storyteller
The Young Grant Makers programme puts decision-making power into the hands of young people to shape the activities and services available to them in the