A single mum in the local area had lost her business and was suffering from mental health problems. Realise charity stepped in alongside other local charities in the area to help provide school uniform, bedding and money to buy daily essentials.
Realise charity has appointed three new board members in the run up to its 10th anniversary to support its re-launch and focus on new priorities for the future. Philippa Holland has been appointed as Chair to lead the charity into its 10th year as it aims to increase the impact it has in the community.
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Aspire Housing’s marketing apprentice Ben Webb-Rushton has recently had the success of passing his driving test thanks to support from Realise charity.
The Poppy Garden of Silverdale, unveiled as part of the 2018 Remembrance Day service at St Luke’s Church in Silverdale, was a significant art installation funded by Realise charity.
17 year old Dave Thomas, was struggling to get to work and back living 40 minutes from his place of work. After a request was put forward to Realise charity, Dave got sorted with a new bike and helmet to help ease his journey!
Mum of two, Kayleigh, was struggling during 2014 to complete her education whilst studying towards a Psychology course at college. It was difficult for her complete coursework and asked for help to find extra money to buy essential computer equipment.
Two local boys will be unwrapping brand new bikes this Christmas, thanks to a generous community donation and support from Realise charity and Aspire Housing.
Read how the refurbishment and maintenance of charity shops for the Donna Louise and Dougie Macmillan Hospice provide apprenticeship opportunities for young people and improved shopping experiences for the community.
16-year-old Kyle Burke has found employment and so much more thanks to the work of the Realise charity and its dedication to supporting young people.