ALDI SUNDERLAND - CARLEY HILL RD

Safe Harbour is a community Hub that runs a drop in and warm welcome space. we offer free food and drink for those in the community. We also have a baby bank and period poverty hub for those who need support with nappies, and period products. We offer food to those in need including referrals for vouchers where needed.

- Religious activities - Children/young people - Elderly/old people - Other charities or voluntary bodies - The general public/mankind - Provides advocacy/advice/information RCCG The Fruitful Vine is a faith based organisation that seeks to promote the Christian beliefs of people living in Sunderland and the neighbouring communities, likewise, promote the wellbeing of people who identify with our charity and the larger society. We currently hire a space from Betsy Jenny Wellbeing Cafe, a CIC and vibrant and welcoming wellbeing cafe in the heart of
Sunderland City Centre where everyone is welcome. We operate most our activities and projects from this facility. This activities include the provision of one to one and group counselling sessions for migrants, refugees, asylum seekers or people with experience of homelessness and mental health problems that cannot afford counselling services. Also, we provide both online and face to face workshops and seminars to support people navigate life, especially with issues around CV writing and searching for employment amongst others. As a church, members of the Faith community attend church in this venue every Sunday, which also creates a platform to reach out to people who may need support or help as the case may present. Our charity support people within the Christian faith in Sunderland who identify with us. Likewise, migrants, asylum seekers, refugees, people with experiences of homelessness who find by going to community groups, hostels, and even the university. We are looking for support such as food surplus and grants. Our charity donate food to people who are facing financial challenges and may find it challenging to afford food due to their present circumstances. Also, we organise a free event on Christmas Day where we offer free food and gift to people experiencing loneliness and homelessness during Christmas - grant to support this event will be greatly appreciated. Additionally, we are looking for grants to help buy some of the equipments we use for some community outreaches we organise within the community. Such as musical equipments and hire of rooms.

Our project operates from the RCCG Living Faith Sunderland church premises, located at North Bridge Street, Sunderland. SR5 1AB. Our facilities are equipped to support a variety of community services and activities, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment for all who visit. We distribute from the charity building every Sunday and every other days. We identify service users and their needs by community outreach, direct engagement, and feedback from our congregation and local partners. This includes conducting surveys, holding community meetings, and maintaining open lines of communication with those we serve. Our dedicated team of volunteers and church members actively listen to the needs of our community, ensuring that our services are tailored to meet these needs effectively. In addition to food support, RCCG Living Faith Sunderland offers a range of services. All the services provided by our organization, including food support, are offered free of charge.