A brief update on grants awarded and fundraising activity between January and March 2025

The Gardiner Hill Foundation has been continuing its mission to support people’s mental health, wellbeing, and independence in North East Lincolnshire. Thanks to generous donations and fundraisers, we’ve been able to provide a number of grants that have made a real difference to people supported by Navigo and Nurtio.

 

What has been funded recently

  • Three washing machines
    Helping people live more independently and easing day-to-day stress.

  • A comfy bed and mattress
    Improving sleep and comfort for someone with ongoing health challenges.

  • A punchbag and gloves
    Offering a safe outlet for emotions, particularly for someone working through trauma.

  • A food shopping voucher
    Supporting a family through a difficult time.

Behind these grants are real stories:

A safe way to let off steam
A service user dealing with complex trauma and racial abuse received a punchbag and gloves. It’s given them a positive, safe way to manage distress and feel more in control.

Helping a family through tough times
A family facing sudden financial difficulties was given a shopping voucher to help cover food and essentials. It’s made life a little easier and offered hope when they needed it most.

Supporting a young mum-to-be
A young woman expecting her first baby was anxious about not having everything she needed. With the help of a grant, she now has a washing machine and feels more prepared and hopeful for the future.

A fresh start after homelessness
After two years of sofa surfing, one person finally secured their own flat. They received a washing machine and described it as “the cherry on top” of their new start — a small thing that’s made a huge difference to their independence.

A healthier night’s sleep
Another grant helped someone who had been sleeping on the floor due to financial struggles. Now with a proper bed, they’re sleeping better, feeling healthier, and it’s already having a positive impact on their mental wellbeing.

How you can get involved

We couldn’t do this without the amazing support of our community. If you’d like to help us keep making a difference:

A huge thank you

We also want to say a big thank you to everyone who took part in our February Fitness Five fundraiser. Navigo staff tackled five fitness challenges throughout the month and have raised over £1,300 so far — with more donations still coming in. Well done to everyone involved!

Could you or someone you support benefit from a grant?

If you support someone or are receiving services from Navigo or Nurtio and feel you could benefit from a grant, we’d be happy to hear from you.

Find out more and apply here: Apply for a grant

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