Column: Putting the 'fun' in fundraising!
At Bassetlaw Food Bank we deploy many methods to raise vital funds to support our various projects.
One way we do this is through community fundraising events. We host and attend a variety of activities across the year, so there’s something exciting for everyone.
We’ve prepared a quick run down on what to expect from us over the coming months. See something you fancy? Mark the date in your diary and join us! We assure you that we put the ‘fun’ in fundraising!
Cafe events
Our beloved Hive Cafe, inspired by our onsite honeybees, is open to all. Onsite at BFB Hive Cafe we host:
Afternoon Teas – Whether it’s to spend time with a loved one, get creative at one of our craft sessions, or take time to remember those that fought for our country, we provide a range of themed Afternoon Teas.
Our monthly, bookable, themed Afternoon Teas are priced from just £7.50pp.
Children’s school holiday activities – During the school holidays we offer craft activities at a low cost, alongside a free lunch box for all children (‘Kids Eat Free’ next available during the Easter holidays from 30th March to 10th April).
Last year we hosted a Halloween Party with a selection of spooky sweet and savoury treats alongside hair-raising arts and crafts. We’re looking forward to our egg-cellent Easter crafts on 9th April, only £5 per child and includes one of our free lunch boxes!
We have lots of upcoming events such as a Half Term Easter crafts, VE Day Afternoon Tea, and a Psychic Night! Keep up to date with all Hive Cafe happenings, including event dates, times and prices, on our Facebook page, ‘Hive Cafe & Laundrette’.
In the meantime, if you fancy a sweet or savoury treat you can find our friendly faces at Community Way, Shrewsbury Road, Worksop, S80 2TU.
Open Tuesday to Friday from 9.30am to 2.30pm. We’re also on Just Eat, so you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your home to enjoy one of our homemade meals!
Family Fun Day
Aimed at local young families, we’ll have an array of activities to entertain the children. Previously we have had a bouncy castle, inflatable goal post and ball games, field games, face painting and crafts.
Alongside activities we’ll have a host of wonderful local organisations such as the Manton Family Hub and the local firefighter department able to provide support and entertainment in various ways, plus delicious food available to keep you energised all day from Hive Cafe.
This August will be our fourth annual event, and we can’t wait to see you there! Mark your calendars for Thursday, 20th August and keep an eye on the Bassetlaw Foodbank Facebook page for details closer to the date.
Offsite events
We love an excuse to get some fresh air so we’ll be at Welbeck’s various Food & Drinks Markets throughout the year, you can find us there on the Fridays. We’ll also be at Retford Charter Day in May and at the Christmas Light Switch On at the end of the year.
At these events you can look forward to a tombola, children’s lucky dip, an array of handcrafted items and a chance to support your local foodbank! So, whether you’re feeling lucky or you want to find a unique gift for a loved one there’s something for everyone.