July 2025 Newsletter
As we look back on June, we’re filled with gratitude and pride for everything our incredible community has achieved together.
At the start of the month, we laced up our running shoes for the Brodstock Ultra Marathon, raising vital funds to keep our work reaching those who need it most. To everyone who ran, cheered, sponsored or donated – thank you for going the distance with us!
On top of these amazing milestones, June was full of everyday acts of kindness. So many local companies, groups and kind-hearted individuals have been collecting food and essentials for our community. These donations mean the world – they help us support families, individuals and those who might otherwise go without.
From ultra-marathons to food collections, none of this would happen without our supporters, volunteers, sponsors and friends. You remind us every day what’s possible when people come together to look after one another.
Thank you for standing with us – and for being the hope in Focus4Hope. Here’s to a summer filled with more connection, compassion and community care.
In June your donations allowed us to…
A Look Back at June – Powered by Your Kindness
June was bursting with energy, and thanks to your incredible support, we were able to reach so many people across our community with care, compassion, and practical help. Here’s a snapshot of what you helped us achieve:
18 crisis parcels delivered – supporting 23 adults and 10 children during tough times
SEND Support sessions – Continued our ADHD course, supporting Parents and Carers.
2 senior trips – giving  30 older adults the chance to get out, socialise and enjoy themselves.
Afternoon Tea fun – with 80 seniors sharing laughter, conversation and cake and Cinema Trips with 27 seniors
60 households accessed our Social Supermarket – making food more affordable
82 attendees joined our Monday Coffee & Craft Clubs – building friendships through creativity
Handed out 13 temporary accommodation parcels to 16 adults and 5 kids.
113 Community Warmth meals shared – warming both hearts and bellies
5 starter kits provided for new homes – helping people take their next step with dignity
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Whether you gave time, money, skills or simply cheered us on, you’re a vital part of this journey. Thank you for standing with us.
Focus4Hope was named Community Organisation of the Year at the Pride in Diversity Awards!
We’re so proud to share that Focus4Hope was named Community Organisation of the Year at the Pride in Diversity Awards!
To make the night even more special, our wonderful volunteer John was awarded Volunteer of the Year! His commitment, compassion, and energy have touched so many lives – we’re over the moon to see him recognised for everything he does.
We feel honoured and grateful beyond words. To our dedicated team, amazing volunteers, trustees, generous supporters, and everyone in our local community –thank you. This is your award too.
A big shoutout as well to all the other inspiring finalists and winners, including the brilliant Getting Clean CIC, who took home Charity of the Year.
What a night, what a community. We headed home with full hearts and even more motivation to keep bringing hope where it’s needed most.
Volunteer of the Month
James Drurey
This month, we’re delighted to recognise James Drurey as our Volunteer of the Month!
James has been an incredible part of the Focus4Hope family, always ready to lend a hand wherever it’s needed. From supporting our outreach work and helping to organise donations, to simply showing up with a smile that lifts everyone’s spirits, James truly goes the extra mile every single time.
His dedication, kindness and positive attitude make such a difference to our team and the wider community. Volunteers like James remind us what Focus4Hope is all about – showing up for others and spreading hope in everything we do.
Thank you, James, for your time, energy and unwavering commitment. We’re so grateful to have you with us, and we can’t wait to see all the good you’ll continue to do!
Business of the Month
Romantica Beds
We’re sending a massive thank you to the incredible team at La Romantica Beds, our Business of the Month!
La Romantica Beds have been unwavering supporters of Focus4Hope, and their generosity and commitment mean the world to us. Not only have they stepped up as headline sponsors for FocusFest – helping us bring this amazing community event to life – but they continually go above and beyond to support our work throughout the year.
Whether it’s backing our fundraising efforts, spreading the word about what we do, or simply cheering us on behind the scenes, the team at La Romantica always show up when it matters most.
La Romantica, you are such an important part of the Focus4Hope family. We feel so lucky to have your trust, enthusiasm and kindness behind us every step of the way. From all of us – thank you for believing in our mission and for helping us bring hope to so many.
Here are some upcoming events that you can sponsor or get involved in!
Family Fun Day
Fortnightly Homeless Feeds
Even in summer, nights can be cold and unsafe. A sleeping bag offers warmth and comfort when there’s nowhere else to turn.
Want to help?
- Donate a sleeping bag
- Volunteer on a feed
- Sponsor a feed
Fashion4Hope
Join us for an inspiring evening of fashion, featuring a runway show where you can take part, alongside guest speakers, all in support of our community work. We’re seeking sponsors for the event. Our headline sponsor (£2,000) will receive prominent promotion, 10 tickets, and a chance to speak. Sponsors (£500) will also be featured in our promotions and receive five tickets.
Feeding Community Report 2025
The new Feeding Community Report 2025 by Feeding Britain highlights just how powerful Affordable Food Clubs can be – and we’re so proud to be part of that impact.
The report shows that Affordable Food Clubs like ours help thousands of people access healthy, affordable food while saving money every week. But it’s not just about food – these clubs also reduce isolation and help people find extra support when they need it most.
At Focus4Hope, our Food Club – Calderdale’s first Social Supermarket – was launched with FoodSavers to give people a more sustainable, dignified alternative to emergency food parcels. For a small weekly cost, members get fresh fruit, vegetables, store-cupboard items and household essentials – plus a warm drink, cake and a safe space to connect.
The report shows how this holistic approach helps families weather the cost-of-living crisis while building stronger, more resilient communities. We’re proud to be part of this growing movement for lasting change – and we’ll keep working to make sure no one is left behind.
This is why we do what we do.
Making a Lasting Impact- Become a Regular Donor!
Are you a business looking to make a real difference in your community? By becoming a regular donor, you can help us provide essential support to those who need it most – month after month.
You choose the amount, and we’ll turn it into meaningful action:
£25 provides a crisis food parcel for someone in urgent need
£60 supports a family of four with a food parcel
£100 supplies vital essentials to someone facing homelessness
£250 funds a full home starter kit for someone moving into safe accommodation
No matter the size of your contribution, your support helps us bring hope, dignity, and relief to people across our community.
Ready to make a difference? Join our amazing network of business donors today and help us continue the work we do, together.
Get in touch to find out how you can become a regular donor.
Upcoming Events at Focus4Hope
As always, we have a number of event taking place across West Yorkshire, including Afternoon Tea meetups, Reminiscent Cinema events, Craft Clubs, Winter Warmer Cafés, and Homeless Feeds. These gatherings provide a great way to connect with the community while supporting those in need.
