Our Impact
We are committed to understanding and sharing the difference our work makes. We measure our impact by collecting stories, numerical data and feedback, and we share our learning through reports, articles and newsletters with our stakeholders.
Transforming our community for over six years
Since January 2020, we’ve worked alongside local people and partners to help strengthen connections, build skills and confidence and ensure more people are able to access support when they need it.
During this time, hundreds of local people have taken part in our activities and support.
We are privileged to be part of so many people’s journeys, and to see real, lasting changes in confidence, connection, and wellbeing.
In an independent calculation of the impact and value of our work in the community, our 'Social Value' was calculated at
£8.6 Million
Tackling food insecurity
Since opening in January 2020 we have given out over
10,000
Free meals, drinks and food hampers, to individuals and households in need of extra support
This support has helped reduce immediate hardship and provided stability during difficult times. We’re proud to have helped so many people to eat a meal and feed their households.
Saints is my sanctuary. I know any time I come in I will see a friendly face.
- Service user
Training and equipping
Since opening in January 2020 we have trained
35
Local people in hospitality through barista training and work experience placements
We’ve seen people grow in confidence and capability through hands‑on training in a supportive environment
Joe's Story
Joe* (name changed) came to us to do a work experience placement through a partnership with Oakwood Secondary School, a local SEN school. He quickly got stuck in, stepped out of his comfort zone and learnt new skills.
At the end of his placement, Joe* secured a part time job working in a school kitchen.
I enjoy making the drinks and enjoy serving the customers. Work experience has helped me to talk to people I do not know. Helping me to show I can work
- Joe*, talking about his placement at Saints
6 years of impact at a glance
120
Blankets, pairs of school shoes and winter coats given out through our warm hub.
8
Care leavers supported with essential life skills, including cooking, cleaning, budgeting and more.
100's
of children accessing free enriching activities - like small animal days, science workshops and more!
Over 300
young people worked with through our Student Lounge projects across 2 years.
100's
of people able to access skills training - whether IT, Work skills, creative arts or cooking on a budget
100's
of people heard by listening volunteers and staff, signposted to further support.
Cassey's Story
Cassey joined us as a budding beautician, with a stall in our café that was fully subsidised for a year. She used the space to advertise her services, and quickly started doing 'parents do hair' courses. She grew her client base and left for a while to rent a chair in another salon. Then in 2022 Cassey returned, and set up her own beauty spaces within our building. Her business is now thriving, and we are proud to have supported her in building it from the ground up.
