As the new school year approaches, we’re thrilled to invite local families to our Back to School Giveaway event, taking place on: 📅 Saturday 9th August 2025🕚 11:00am – 1:00pm📍 Gratitude, Old Library Building, 161 Elstree Way, Borehamwood, WD6 1JU Thanks to your generous donations and continued support, we’re able to offer FREE back-to-school essentials…
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Gratitude at Borehamwood Families Day 2025
🧸📚🧃 Meadow Park, Borehamwood | 5 July 2025 This year’s Families Day at Meadow Park was a joyful celebration of community spirit—and Gratitude.charity was proud to be part of it with a vibrant and welcoming stall. From the moment our team arrived, there was a sense of warmth and connection in the air. Families stopped…
Gratitude’s Easter Event 2025
The heart of Borehamwood was filled with laughter and warmth this weekend as families gathered for Gratitude’s Easter Event 2025—a joyful, free event made possible through the kindness of volunteers, local partners, and a whole lot of heart 💖. With the cost of living still affecting many households, this annual celebration was a beautiful reminder…
Empowering Young Minds Through Volunteering and Education at Gratitude
At Gratitude, we believe that education, and empowering young minds, extends far beyond the classroom. Through hands-on volunteering and meaningful reflection, young people develop essential life skills, a sense of purpose, and a deeper connection to their community. For the last two terms, we have had the privilege of collaborating with Yavneh College, welcoming four…
Gratitude 2024: A Year of Community, Compassion, and Connection
As another year comes to a close, we at the Gratitude Community reflect on the incredible achievements, heartwarming initiatives, and unwavering dedication of our volunteers, donors, and supporters in 2024. This year has been defined by innovation, growth, and a continued commitment to creating a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Here’s…
A Gratitude Day of Community Spirit: Gratitude’s Annual Mince Pies for the Homeless
On 23rd December 2024, Gratitude Charity’s hub was buzzing with activity as a brilliant team of volunteers came together for a truly heartwarming mission: baking 1008 mince pies for the homeless. This annual initiative highlighted the incredible power of community during the festive season. Volunteers from Canada Life (5), Premier Foods (4), and Barnet Football…
2024: A Magical Santa’s Grotto – Celebrating Community and Volunteers
On Sunday, 15th December, Gratitude hosted its most magical Santa’s Grotto yet at Jump In by Airhop Trampoline Park, creating an unforgettable Christmas experience for over 230 children. Thanks to the unwavering dedication of our extraordinary volunteers, this year’s event was bigger, brighter, and better than ever. The day was filled with festive joy, laughter,…
Mitzvah Day 2024 with Gratitude Charity: Stronger Together
This Mitzvah Day 2024, Gratitude has been buzzing with activity as volunteers and supporters come together to give back to the community. Earlier this month, Gratitude hosted a Cookathon where volunteers prepared 30 hot meals for veterans at the Royal British Legion in Borehamwood. The menu included French onion soup, vegetable curry with rice, and…
Gratitude Halloween Grotto: A Spooktacular Success
The 2024 Gratitude Halloween Grotto was a true Halloween highlight for our community! On Saturday October 26th, the team welcomed more than 100 children and their families, filling a beautifully decorated event space at Jump In Trampoline Park in Borehamwood with Halloween spirit. Families gathered to enjoy a variety of activities in a warm, welcoming…
The Joshua Effect: Celebrating Dedication and Determination Through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
The Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award is one of the most inspiring programmes for young people, encouraging them to challenge themselves, develop new skills, and give back to their communities. Certainly, the Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award has changed the lives of many participants. With levels ranging from Bronze to Silver and Gold, participants commit…