Humans of Bonny Downs
At BDCA, we value our volunteers. They make it possible for us to serve our neighbours in need through giving their time, skills and knowledge selflessly. We are celebrating National Volunteers Week (1-7 June) with a tea party to thank them and by sharing one story a day of some of our amazing volunteers.
Today we meet Mike who volunteers for our Sports Project.
Read more “Meet Mike”
Humans of Bonny Downs
At BDCA, we value our volunteers. They make it possible for us to serve our neighbours in need through giving their time, skills and knowledge selflessly. We are celebrating National Volunteers Week (1-7 June) with a tea party to thank them and by sharing one story a day of of some of our amazing volunteers.
Today we meet Aneta who volunteers for our Community Garden.
“It gives me something to look forward to and practise my English.”
Read more “Meet Aneta”
Humans of Bonny Downs
At BDCA, we value our volunteers. They make it possible for us to serve our neighbours in need through giving their time, skills and knowledge selflessly. We are celebrating National Volunteers Week (1-7 June) with a tea party to thank them and by sharing one story a day of of some of our amazing volunteers.
Today we meet Nora who volunteers for our Children & Families Project.
“Things are still hard but now I have support and friends.”
Read more “Meet Nora”
Humans of Bonny Downs
At BDCA, we value our volunteers. They make it possible for us to serve our neighbours in need through giving their time, skills and knowledge selflessly. We are celebrating National Volunteers Week (1-7 June) by sharing one story a day of some of our amazing volunteers as well as throwing them a tea party.
Today we meet Brian who volunteers for our Over 65s project.
News
It is with a heavy heart that BDCA announces the closure of our After School and Holiday Club. The last day of service will be Friday 21st July.
This does not affect our Go Wild! Summer Scheme, which is a separate project that will continue to provide activities for children 8- 14 years old between 10 am – 3 pm for the first three weeks of the Summer holidays. Application for Go Wild! will be opening soon.
Read more “Closure of BDCA After School Club”
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BDCA is delighted that we have been accredited as a Living Wage Employer. Our Living Wage commitment will see everyone working at Bonny Downs receive a minimum hourly wage of £11.95, significantly higher than the government minimum for over-23s, which currently stands at £10.42 per hour.
Read more “We’re Committed to Real Living Wage”
Humans of Bonny Downs
This April, Richard Rule, 57, is running his third London Marathon. We are delighted that he has chosen to fundraise for BDCA to support our work in helping people in need across Newham. We catch up with him for a short interview.
Read more “London Marathon Runner fundraising for BDCA”
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Then come to BDCA’s FREE Budgeting Workshop on Tuesday 25th April from 11:30 am to 1.00 pm at Bonny Downs Baptist Church, 18 Darwell Close, London E6 6BT
Read more “Free Budget Workshop”
Humans of Bonny Downs
Our Volunteer Befriending Scheme is going from strength to strength providing weekly contact, comfort, and support for isolated elders – and a valuable volunteer role that supports local people’s wellbeing and sense of connection. This is thanks to the amazing volunteers donating their time and to The Mercers Company for funding the project.
Read more “Meet Eric & Naomi – from our Befriending Scheme”
News
We are excited to announce our Warmer Nights project, supported by our partner Cadent, which will provide 12 weeks of hot soup, warm and activities for local people this Winter for free.
Starting from Monday 30th January, The Well Community Centre will welcome everyone to the following:
Read more “Free Hot Soup and Activities”