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Welcome to community hub shop, this was created to share the amazing community groups and their products which they make within these groups & to share with the wider community. The products which you will find while looking through this site are either handmade or upcycled to save items going to landfill. Products made by hand & with love.
The groups are all based within South Wigston & use use Elliott Hall for Youth & Community which is located within the heart of the community for the community. Are aim for this site is to grow along with other groups from other locations within the town.
Volunteering with us
Enjoy being part of the community and helping others, we would love to hear from you
Enjoy being part of the community and helping others, we would love to hear from you
Can you spare time to support you local community or help with a group
Like helping & supporting your local community, have a few hours spare on a Thursday to help with the local community pantry.
Enjoy gardening and supporting your local community, we look after raised beds, nature reserve & community garden within South Wigston. Always looking for support.
Are you able to help your local youth group, enjoy making & doing arts/crafts.
Training provided and DBS required
Support our local veteran and armed forces at our veteran & armed forces breakfast club by helping with serving and talking to people. If you feel you can help please click on link below.
Volunteering
Helping at Elliott Hall for Youth & Community Centre is a vital way to foster social connections and support vulnerable residents in our local & wider community.
Here are some of the most effective ways you can suppor:
Volunteer Your Time and Skills
Community centres rely on a "small army" of volunteers to deliver their programs.
- Specialized Skills: Offer professional expertise such as accounting, IT support, marketing, or legal advice.
- Daily Operations: Help with administrative tasks, reception duties, or basic maintenance like gardening and repairs.
- Activity Leading: Host a workshop or class in a subject you know well, such as cooking, arts and crafts, or computer literacy.
Provide Financial and Material Support
- Direct Donations: Elliott Hall is registered a cic that depend on unrestricted donations to cover essential running costs like rent and utilities & equipment.
- Fundraising: Organize events like bake sales, walkathons, or charitable raffles to raise money.
- Item Donations: Collect and donate needed supplies, such as non-perishable food for their food pantry or hygiene products.
- Corporate Partnerships: If you own a local business, consider a formal partnership or payroll giving scheme to provide regular support.
Use and Promote Their Services
Increasing the visibility and usage of a centre helps ensure its long-term sustainability for the community.
- Rent Space: Use the centre for your own events, such as birthday parties, meetings, or as a co-working space.
- Attend Events: Simply participating in their scheduled activities—like fitness classes or coffee mornings—helps justify their funding.
- Spread the Word: Follow them on social media, share their updates, and write positive reviews to increase their reach all helps.