Off The Fence Trust is a Brighton based registered charity founded on a Christian vision and driven by Christian values.
The charity provides vital services to the most vulnerable and marginalised in our community.
The charity works in the four areas of street homelessness, women at risk, education, and provides supported accommodation for vulnerable young people. Off The Fence staff are supported by an enthusiastic and committed group of more than 50 volunteers.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Harvest festival gifts
We have been extremely thankful for so many generous gifts from Harvest Festivals that have taken place at various local schools and churches.
Pictured above is Paul Young with Mike Jee, Headteacher of Aldrington Primary School, and all the students celebrating at Bishop Hannington Church.
Many thanks to Benfield Junior School who also gave us a wonderful supply of food, clothing, drinks and toiletries.
posted by James Webb @ 12:38 PM
Supermarket Supporters
Off The Fence has gratefully received gift vouchers from local branches of Tesco, Sainsbury's, Waitrose and The Co-op (staff pictured on the right).
Their kind donations will help us to make a real difference to the lives of the young people in our Safe House.
Their kind donations will help us to make a real difference to the lives of the young people in our Safe House.
posted by James Webb @ 12:28 PM
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Charity day at Swedish School
The Swedish Folk High School in Portslade raised £200 for Off The Fence last Friday.Throughout the day students organised and led fun activities at the 'Loxdale Centre'. There was a bouncy castle for children, cakes and games, and a guided tour of the Victorian mansion.
All the money raised was donated to Macmillan Cancer Support and Off The Fence. We're very thankful for their support and partnership as we reach out to needy people in our community.
posted by James Webb @ 2:35 PM
New designs for the 'Women at Risk' base
Overton-Hart Chartered Building Surveyors are kindly drawing up plans free-of-charge for our new Women at Risk advice centre.The refurbished base will be a welcoming and comfortable place for vulnerable women in Brighton and Hove to meet our staff and volunteers.
Many thanks to Bob Overton-Hart, Director, (pictured on the right) and his team for their hard work and commitment to supporting Off The Fence.
posted by James Webb @ 1:02 PM
Generous Gift from St Christopher's School
Many thanks to the staff, students and parents at St Christopher's School, Hove, for their huge donation of food, toiletries and clothing to Off The Fence. Their gifts will make real difference to those who are living in very difficult circumstances in our city.
Pictured above are two students with the Headteacher, Ian MacIntyre (left), receiving our 'Harvest Supporters Certificate' from James Webb (right).
posted by James Webb @ 12:45 PM
Tuesday, October 09, 2007
Florence Road Baptist Church donates harvest festival gifts
Many thanks to the members of Florence Road Baptist Church for their generous harvest festival gift.Representing the church and in the photo are Pastor Malcolm Haines and Samson, with Paul Young.
The food and toiletries will directly help those who are homeless and sleeping rough on the streets of Brighton and Hove.
If your church or school would like to donate any harvest collections, we would be very grateful. Please do see our Gift List what items would be most helpful.
posted by James Webb @ 3:49 PM
Thursday, October 04, 2007
3R donates 6 PCs
Off The Fence would like to warmly thank '3R Computer Recycling' for their generous gift of 6 computers. 3R is a social enterprise project operated by Kings Church Medway. They provide charities with fully reconditioned computers.
Our staff and volunteers are already enjoying the benefits of the new equipment in the Women at Risk base, the Safe House and the admin. office. Many thanks to 3R!
Pictured above L-R: Paul Young, Ministry Director and James Webb, Project Development.
posted by James Webb @ 2:20 PM
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Swimming Success
A big thank you to the 70 people who supported our Swim Gala night at the King Alfred Leisure Centre on Saturday 29 September. Among the 18 swimmers was 93 year old James Clark who swam an amazing 500 metres! Also participating again this year was Phil Whitaker who reached a staggering total of 286 lengths - that's about 4.5 miles! - and has raised £410 so far.Thanks also go to Starbucks who generously provided coffee and muffins for our hungry swimmers and spectators.
Event organiser Angela King said, ‘It was a great family night with lots of fun. We're delighted that all the funds raised will help disadvantaged people in Brighton and Hove.'
posted by James Webb @ 10:42 AM
