Whether you’re running a marathon, taking on a challenge, holding a bake sale or celebrating a special occasion, you can help create a thriving community right here in Abbey.  Every pound you raise helps local people access the support, opportunities and connections that make a real difference to everyday life.  When you fundraise for Abbey People, you’re helping neighbours support neighbours. 

Together we can help our community thrive 

Abbey People has been working alongside local residents since 2013. We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive, whatever their age or circumstances.  Working with residents, volunteers, businesses and local organisations, we create opportunities for people to connect, learn, improve their wellbeing and shape the future of their community.  From tackling food insecurity through Barnwell Basket, our Food Hub, to bringing the community together through family activities, youth projects, community events, wellbeing programmes and environmental initiatives, everything we do is designed with and for local people.  Your fundraising helps us continue this work and develop new ideas that respond to what our community needs most.  Together we’re building a stronger, more connected and more resilient Abbey. 

Ready to get started? 

We’d love to hear what you’re planning.  Email partnerships@abbeypeople.org.uk and we’ll help you get started.  Thank you for choosing to support Abbey People. 

Ways you could fundraise

There are lots of ways to get involved. 

• Run, walk or cycle for Abbey People  

• Hold a coffee morning or bake sale  

• Organise a quiz night  

• Take on a sponsored challenge  

• Hold a dress-down day at work  

• Ask for donations instead of birthday presents  

• Organise a community event  

• Fundraise with your school, club or workplace  

We’ll support you

When you fundraise for Abbey People, we’ll provide: 

• fundraising ideas and advice  

• Abbey People logos and graphics  

• social media support  

• information about our work  

• a downloadable fundraising mini-pack  

• someone to answer any questions along the way  

Every pound makes a difference 

Your fundraising could help:

• families enjoy nourishing food through Barnwell Basket  

• children discover new experiences through holiday activities, sports, science and creative sessions  

• local people improve their health and wellbeing through activities and community events  

• residents learn practical skills like repairing a bike at the Repair Café  

• volunteers gain confidence, build friendships and make a lasting difference in their neighbourhood  

• bring neighbours together through local events that reduce isolation, celebrate diversity and strengthen community connections