Community Projects
Through our charitable projects, we work with individuals, communities, and organisations to improve health, build skills, and create meaningful social connections.
From supporting people facing isolation or disadvantage to empowering young people and influencing national approaches to food education, our programmes are designed to make a lasting difference. Each project combines practical learning with a strong sense of purpose – helping people gain confidence, develop new opportunities, and feel part of something bigger.
Air Fryer Project
Supporting healthier living and reducing social isolation in Bassetlaw
This innovative community project brings people together through practical cooking, using air fryers as an accessible tool for healthier eating. Delivered in partnership with local organisations, the project specifically supports individuals experiencing social isolation, financial hardship, or limited access to cooking facilities.
Through hands-on sessions, participants learn how to prepare affordable, nutritious meals while building confidence in the kitchen. Just as importantly, the programme creates a welcoming space for people to connect, share experiences, and form new friendships.
The impact is both immediate and lasting – participants report increased confidence in cooking, improved wellbeing, and a stronger sense of belonging within their community. By combining food education with social engagement, the project demonstrates how simple interventions can deliver meaningful improvements in health and quality of life.
Project Outcomes
100%
of participants felt more positive after taking part
95%
of participants felt more confident using an air fryer
95%
of participants plan to cook healthier meals at home
4x
increase in confidence cooking on a budget
61
people at risk of isolation connected through food
Food Behind Bars Project
Food Behind Bars is a pioneering project working with prison staff to embed meaningful food education within custodial settings. Using a “train the trainer” model, the project equips staff with butchery and food production skills that can be passed on to prisoners.
This approach supports long-term rehabilitation by helping to build vocational skills, confidence, and purpose. By introducing high-quality, ethical food education into the prison environment, the project opens up opportunities for future employment while promoting wellbeing and personal development.
Ultimately, the project demonstrates how food education can play a powerful role in supporting rehabilitation and positive life outcomes beyond custody.