B&Q Doncaster

We are a Peer Support Group established in 2010 to promote good mental health. We work across the borough of Doncaster and have a membership bas of over 700 Peer Supporters. Each person pledges to both give and receive support. We operate from The Wellness Centre which is open 6 days a week providing activities, learning opportunities and friendships. We also run The Safe Space which is 7 days a week crisis support. We are big on people having the opportunity to be a real part of their community and build meaningful connections. We have a food bank, mental health crisis support, many creative groups, fitness, music and so much more. Our philosophy is that everyone has skills and gifts to offer in their community and we are simply people helping people.

Flourish Enterprises is a CIC based in Balby, Doncaster. We work out of a stunning listed building that provides inviting office space, conference and function hire, community events and volunteering opportunities, historic walled garden & shop and cafés all surrounded by lots of beautiful green spaces. As a social enterprise we focus on providing care and support services throughout our local communities. We exist exclusively to promote social mobility, wellbeing, opportunities and work with our partners to deliver a positive and lasting social impact. We provide work and vocational opportunities to people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, neurological conditions and to those that have experienced other forms of set-back and who need support to get back into education and employment. Our range of activity includes Woodfield 24, our specialist end-of-life care service providing community-based palliative care support to patients and their families – ensuring that their remaining time can be spent together. As a not-for-profit organisation we ensure that every penny of surplus generated from our services is reinvested back into community led activity. We are fully owned by the RDaSH NHS Trust and together we share the same site at Woodfield Park. We are planning to run a programme of activity sessions throughout the summer, themed around health and happiness, for people to enjoy everything our free to access site has to offer. These sessions are designed to make sure that at Flourish there is something for everyone no matter their age, ability, background, circumstances or wallet. We are looking for donations of food and drink and that we will provide free of charge as part of the programme.

Doncaster Hack and Makerspace is a community-driven hub for innovation, creativity, and learning. Currently working out of Art-Bomb Studio on Hall Gate in Doncaster, we provide access to tools, technology, and resources for individuals of all ages and backgrounds to explore STEM fields, arts, and crafts. We meet on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout the month, with dates available on our Facebook page. We accept members aged 14 and upwards, though anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. We are actively looking for our own premises, and access to tools and materials will be key to making this a reality. Donations from B&Q would enable us to equip our space with the necessary resources to support various projects, allowing members to engage in hands-on learning, prototyping, and creative expression. These additions will help us foster collaboration, skill development, and sustainable practices, empowering members to bring their ideas to life and contribute to a vibrant, inclusive community.