IN THE COMMUNITY MUMS IN NEED STRENGTHENS TEAM AND SUPPORT DURING COVID Laura Riley, founder and CEO of Mums In Need, said: “The work of Mums In Need has increased during the pandemic, given the rising incidence of domestic abuse. We have needed to be creative, moving to work virtually in order to continue to support our Mums in Need (Mins) at a time when they are experiencing increased levels of isolation and stress. “We have also taken the opportunity to develop the organisation. We have recruited two new trustees and strengthened
RSPCA HELPS ANIMALS FEEL AT HOME DURING COVID RSPCA Sheffield Animal Centre operations director Diana Radford said: “As a charity responsible for raising all of its own running costs we feel a real affinity for the support of the business community. “During the pandemic, nearly all our dogs and cats have been looked after in the homes of people either working from home or furloughed – and unLTD’s own
PACES’ VIRTUAL EVENT SHARES VISION David Hall, corporate partnerships manager, said: “In July Paces hosted
our team of media and marketing volunteers. We have also worked to secure COVID-19 related funding, and have been grateful for financial awards from the National Lottery (Awards for All), South Yorkshire Community Foundation, the Talbot Trust, South Yorkshire Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Sheffield Town Trust, Greggs Foundation, AF Blakemore, Gripple Charities, and the Company Of Cutlers. “With the funds awarded, we have been able to appoint a new part-time caseworker. This has enabled us to extend the work with Mins. It has also freed up
some of my time as CEO to attend networking events to raise more awareness about our support for Mums who have escaped abusive relationships, and – with one of our volunteers – to make presentations about our
Dan Laver and Phil Turner both fostered dogs from us! “As the lockdown eases many of our furry friends have not made their way back to the centre and have been adopted by the same people. The sad fact is the spaces these lucky animals leave will be filled up again and again particularly by those that are unwanted, neglected and have been subject to cruelty and we expect demand to go up. “The business community, particularly SMEs, have rallied in support, and it's a two-way street – we work with our business supporters closely so that we both reap the rewards.
“It could be a team event to raise employee morale and encourage teamwork, or fundraising to become a corporate hero by making a regular donation and in turn, the business getting meaningful exposure. “We offer cat and dog cuddling but there is so much more to do at a branch including charity shops, admin, grounds maintenance, events and cleaning, which all contributes to the animals in our care.”
their very own virtual event to share with people the vision for their new home. With attendees including Lord-lieutenant Mr Andrew Coombe, Dame Julie Kenny
and businesses such as Nike and Converse, it's clear to see the support for the incredible work Paces carry out is on the rise. “Supporting children and adults with neurological conditions such as Cerebral Palsy, MS, stroke, Parkinson's and brain injury, Paces help their children and adults learn life-changing skills such as walking, eating, talking, standing and so much more all in an environment they can have fun and feel like they belong.
MUMS IN NEED FOUNDER, LAURA RILEY
work to, for example, a local Women’s Institute group and a Women Entrepreneurs group. “Our team has pulled together during this time and I am so proud of each and every one of them.”
“Paces' current home is in a state of disrepair and in March we launched a capital appeal to raise £3.5 million to build a state of the art, brand new home by the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) on the Waverley Estate. “The new home will become a centre of excellence right here in South Yorkshire and will allow Paces to support three times as many children and adults living with neurological conditions.” RSPCA PHOTO: DOUG BANKS
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