Monday 5th December is International Volunteer Day!

Today is World Volunteers Day and having volunteered over the past 2-3 years (including at Shine!), I thought it was ideal to talk about my experiences and their positive impacts. My first voluntary position was in my third year at university when I held a mental health role, advocating for students’ mental health. I loved […]

Fears over debt as more people could turn to loan sharks to cover Christmas

Nearly one in ten people turned to loan sharks to cover the costs of Christmas last year. More than half of victims turned to illegal money lenders in order to pay for essentials such as utilities, food and fuel in the first half of 2022. New campaign #SleighNoToLoanSharks aims to protect communities from the devastating […]

Shine’s November Update

We hope you enjoy reading our November bulletin and seeing what’s going on around the county over the next month. Click here to view the bulletin. If you would like to sign up to receive our bulletin straight to your inbox, email us at [email protected].

Warm Spaces in Lincolnshire

With energy prices and the cost of living soaring, Warm Spaces are vital to helping those in need this winter. They also provide a space to meet and socialise in your community. Find your nearest Warm Space at www.warmwelcome.uk/#find-a-space. If you are an organisation offering a Warm Space, register to the online directory at www.warmwelcome.uk/get-started/signup.

Carers First Events

Are you an unpaid carer? It’s estimated there are 88,000 people in Lincolnshire providing care for a relative or friend. Carers First have many events to support carers and their families. Head to their website to see what groups and events are upcoming and book your place.