Tees Valley Rural Action

🌟 Meet the Transport Members: Ironstone Pantry 💚 Lazenby Village Hall

This week we're shining a spotlight on Ironstone Pantry, based at Lazenby Village Hall. The pantry provides affordable food and essential items to local residents, helping to reduce food insecurity and support the community.

🚌 Recently, Ironstone Pantry used two of our minibuses for a trip to Kynren in County Durham, where members enjoyed the spectacular live outdoor show. Experiences like these provide opportunities for people to get out, socialise, and enjoy memorable days together. ✨

👏 A huge thank you to our two volunteer drivers, who generously gave up their time to make the trip possible. Our volunteer drivers play a vital role in helping local community groups access activities and events across the region, and we are incredibly grateful for their continued support. 💚

💚 Learn more about our Community Transport Scheme: 👉 www.teesvalleyruralaction.co.uk/community-transport/

Earlier this week, Sam had the pleasure of attending the Volunteering Network Meeting at Teesside University.
It was a fantastic opportunity to learn more about the support available through Volun-tees and the wider University, while connecting with organisations that share a passion for volunteering and creating positive impact across our communities 💫
The event provided a valuable space to network and explore new opportunities for collaboration. It was inspiring to hear about the incredible work taking place across the region and discuss ways we can work together to strengthen volunteering opportunities for everyone 🫱🏼‍🫲🏻
A huge thank you to the team for hosting such an informative and positive session!

The Tees Valley is home to dozens of thriving villages, farms and rural communities, but rural crime can have a significant impact on people's livelihoods, wellbeing and sense of security.
This week we're supporting National Rural Crime Action Week and joining the conversation about keeping our rural communities safe and ensuring rural voices across the Tees Valley are heard.
Whether it's theft from farms and rural businesses, fly-tipping, damage to community spaces, wildlife crime or scams targeting rural residents, we all have a role to play in looking out for one another.
If you witness rural crime or notice suspicious activity, please report it to Cleveland Police. No piece of information is too small.
🚨 In an emergency, call 999.
📞 For non-emergencies, call 101 or report online through Cleveland Police's dedicated reporting service, which includes a specific option to report rural crime 💻
🤝 Rural communities are strongest when we work together.

🌟 Meet the Members: Age UK Teesside 💚

This week we're shining a spotlight on Age UK Teesside, a charity dedicated to supporting older people across our communities. Through a range of services, activities, and advice, they help older residents stay independent, connected, and supported, improving wellbeing and reducing social isolation.

🚌 Tees Valley Rural Action is proud to support Age UK Teesside through our Community Transport Scheme. Our minibuses help make it easier for older people to attend activities, social groups, and outings, ensuring that transport isn't a barrier to staying active and connected within the community. 💚

📣 Find out more about Age UK Teesside:
👉 Visit their page: Age UK Teesside

💚 Learn more about our Community Transport Scheme:
👉 www.teesvalleyruralaction.co.uk/community-transport/

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Need help accessing affordable food?

The Bread & Butter Thing Food Club is open to everyone and provides quality food and household essentials at low cost.

If transport is a barrier, Tees Valley Rural Action (TVRA) can help. Our minibus service helps residents get to The Bread & Butter Thing collection point each month.

📢Upcoming Transport Dates:

Wednesday 9th September
Wednesday 30th September
Wednesday 28th October
Wednesday 25th November

To book your place for next week, please get in touch 📞07395 934265

To join The Bread & Butter Thing please see details on poster.

Please share with friends, family and neighbours who may benefit. 💚

🌟 Volunteer Spotlight: Mike 🌟

Each week we'll be showcasing one of the fantastic volunteers who helps support our communities.

This week, we're celebrating Mike, one of our volunteer drivers, who is also running the Great North Run in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.

Support Mike's fundraising here: 👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/mike-darbyshire-5?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA&utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_launched

👏 Thank you, Mike! 💚💛

🌟 Meet the Members: TeesstrHive CIC 💚 StrHive

This week we're shining a spotlight on TeesstrHive CIC, a community interest company dedicated to supporting young people and families across Teesside. Through family support, social groups, outdoor learning opportunities, and one-to-one mentoring, they create safe, inclusive spaces where children and young people can build confidence, develop new skills, and thrive. Their work plays an important role in strengthening families, promoting wellbeing, and building stronger communities.

🚌 Tees Valley Rural Action is proud to support TeesstrHive through our Community Transport Scheme. This week, our minibuses were used to transport young people and families on a trip to the Danby Moors Centre, giving them the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, learn more about the local environment, and spend quality time together. Experiences like these help encourage confidence, connection, and wellbeing. 💚

📣 Find out more about TeesstrHive CIC:
👉 https://www.teesstrhivecic.co.uk/

💚 Learn more about our Community Transport Scheme:
👉 www.teesvalleyruralaction.co.uk/community-transport/

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🌟 Meet the Members: East Cleveland Good Neighbours - Community Support - The Bread and Butter Thing 💚

This week we're shining a spotlight on East Cleveland Good Neighbours, a community organisation supporting residents across East Cleveland through food support, advice, and community initiatives. Their work helps people access practical support and stay connected within their local communities.

🚌 Tees Valley Rural Action is proud to support East Cleveland Good Neighbours with community transport where needed. Last week, one of our minibuses helped transport local residents from Lingdale Village Hall to collect food and essentials from The Bread and Butter Thing, ensuring transport wasn't a barrier to accessing support. 💚

📣 Find out more about East Cleveland Good Neighbours: 👉 on their page East Cleveland Good Neighbours - Community Support

💚 Learn more about our Community Transport Scheme: 👉 www.teesvalleyruralaction.co.uk/community-transport/