M&S Southampton St Covent Carden

An organisation that assists people experiencing homelessness

Together In Westminster Community is a community-led organisation dedicated to empowering families, women, and young people through cultural, educational, and wellbeing programmes. We provide a safe, inclusive space for learning, support, and community connection, especially for refugees, migrants, and low-income families in Westminster and surrounding areas. Our centre includes a multi-purpose community hall, meeting and classroom spaces, and a small kitchen where we prepare and distribute food to families and individuals in need. We identify service users through a combination of: Community outreach, Referrals from local Cllrs, faith organisations, and Westminster City Council departments, Direct engagement with families already attending our centre,Ongoing needs assessments via one-to-one conversations. All our services, including food support, are provided entirely free of charge to individuals and families facing hardship. We are committed to removing barriers and supporting our community without creating additional financial pressure. we provide: Free Arabic language classes for refugee and migrant women, Wellbeing and creative workshops for women and families, Signposting and support for housing, education, and employment, Youth engagement, volunteering and leadership programmes, Interfaith and cultural events to build community cohesion, Support with digital inclusion and school applications All services are provided with a focus on dignity, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity. At present, we do not collect surplus food from any retailers. We currently rely on small-scale donations from individuals in the community, including families who want to give back and occasional support from local well-wishers. We are proud to work in partnership with the following organisations, We are proud to work in partnership with the following organisations,Westminster City Council – including the Public Health and Community Engagement teams, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Local Councillors – who have engaged with and supported our community programmes, Local community groups and grassroots initiatives. we have uploaded photographs to our Neighbourly Media Gallery, showcasing: Women’s wellbeing sessions, Family learning workshops and other activities. We are actively seeking partnerships with supermarkets, food retailers, and community surplus schemes to help us expand our food support services and meet growing demand. - General charitable purposes - Education/training - The prevention or relief of poverty - Religious activities - Arts/culture/heritage/science - Amateur sport - Human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity - Recreation - Children/young people - Elderly/old people - People with disabilities - People of a particular ethnic or racial origin - Provides buildings/facilities/open space

Wipers Foundation Wipers Foundation is a grassroots youth organisation working across London to empower young people through meaningful, creative, and positive experiences. Our mission is to support young people, particularly those at risk of exclusion or involved in the youth justice system, by providing safe spaces where they can grow in confidence, develop new skills, and explore positive pathways. High-Impact Programmes Media Spoken word, music, film, and digital storytelling Helping young people express themselves and be heard Technology Coding, gaming, app design, and other digital skills Opening doors to future careers Sport Football, boxing, and fitness activities Promoting mental and physical wellbeing Afterschool Club & Workshops Cooking sessions and other practical activities Providing a safe and engaging space after school Driving Theory Workshops Supporting young people to prepare for driving theory tests Building independence and confidence Youth Advisory Groups Engaging young people in leadership, decision-making, and community projects Providing a platform for their voices to be heard Additional Support 1:1 mentoring and early intervention support Collaborative community projects Working in partnership with local authorities, schools, and the Mayor of London’s Violence Reduction Unit to reduce youth violence Food Donations All workshops and programmes provide food free of charge; young people and families do not pay to access our food support. We do not currently collect surplus food from other retailers, but we are keen to build partnerships with supermarkets, restaurants, and suppliers to expand our capacity. In addition to food provision, our organisation delivers a wide range of services including employability and life skills workshops, afterschool programmes, youth advisory groups, driving theory workshops, and care leaver support. Food provision is part of our holistic approach to ensuring young people are nourished, engaged, and equipped with the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. At Wipers, we build trusted relationships with young people and walk alongside them as they make positive choices for their future, ensuring they are supported, engaged, and empowered to succeed.