Welcome from our Chief Officer, Andrea
“Every day, people in South Lakeland face challenges with housing, benefits, health or isolation. Many of these struggles are hidden and often interconnected. At Manna House, we open our doors to our community, offering support and care that gives everyone the chance to move forward.
“We cannot do this on our own. Local businesses play a vital role, and your involvement could be transformative. By working with us, you can help us continue to provide a welcoming place and support services for those who need us most.
“Thank you for considering a partnership with Manna House. Please do read on to see where your support could make the most significant impact while also meeting your own CSR or philanthropic goals.”
Andrea Aldridge
Chief Executive
How your support helps
£30 provides a housing or benefits appointment
£100 pays for Level 3 Kitchen Hygiene training for a client turned volunteer
£250 covers lunch for 50 people
£500 supports a case from beginning to end, securing stability
£1,000 keeps our Memory Garden and Allotment flourishing
£1,500 funds a year of the Women’s Group or the Conversation Café
£2,500 delivers a year of Skills Café workshops
£3,000 keeps our showers and laundry facilities open for a year
£10,000 funds the emergency pod for a year, offering hundreds of nights of safety
£20,000 runs our volunteer programme for a year
£30,000 pays our rent and keeps our doors open
At a glance: ways to give
Financial donations – straightforward and tax-efficient for companies
Payroll giving – regular staff contributions direct from salary
Fundraising events – team challenges and activities that boost morale
Customer giving – checkout round-ups or products that support Manna House
Volunteering – regular and reliable commitments that build trust
Our promise to partners
We want you to know that your support is valued. When your business partners with Manna House, you become part of our community. We will make it easy for you to give in ways that are meaningful and sustainable.
As a partner, you will receive tailored updates on the difference your support makes, recognition in our communications, and opportunities to visit Manna House and meet the team. Major partners also receive impact reporting for their CSR records, and have the chance to see their support acknowledged publicly through our website and social media, or via the local press when opportunities arise.
Clients often say what matters most is the warmth and welcome. “It is welcoming.” “It is amazing.” “The friendly help and support of all, no judgement.” These voices are the clearest reminder of what your partnership makes possible.
Join us
Help us continue to provide a place of welcome and support in Westmorland and Furness.
FAQs
We welcome interest in volunteering, but it does need to be carefully thought through. Our clients rely on consistent, trusted relationships and this means one-off days are rarely appropriate. Where businesses can commit more regularly, we are glad to work together to see what might be possible.