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A Million Acts of Hope litter pick

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We held a litter pick on 18 May for part of A Million Acts of Hope Week.

Volunteers from the community and local organisations and groups joined us at Tyne Green County Park for this fun and purposeful event, resulting in three large bags of rubbish being collected from the area!

A Million Acts of Hope is a national campaign which celebrates everyday acts of kindness and connection happening across the UK. Most people want to live in strong, healthy, caring communities where everyone feels they belong. A Million Acts of Hope is about making that visible and bringing people from all backgrounds, and all walks of life, together.

After the litter pick, volunteers returned to our Community Hub for tea and cake, and to dry off after the downpour we found ourselves in whilst out at the park!

Hub Coordinator Lorna Beech said: “We’ve been really happy to partner with A Million Acts of Hope and all of the other local and national organisations that have signed up to this initiative. Our Community Hub is all about connection, support and bringing hope and positivity to local people. The litter pick was a great way to make a small difference to our shared spaces and give people a chance to come together to play a part in making that difference.”

A big thank you to everyone who volunteered to help with the litter pick. We think you’re amazing!

Find out more about what’s happening at the hub.

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Could you volunteer in our Community Hub?

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 Volunteer Opportunity – Volunteer Hub Support Worker

We’re looking for friendly, community-minded volunteers to support the smooth running of our Community Hub — a warm, inclusive space offering connection, wellbeing activities and support for people facing loneliness, disabled people, those with poor mental health or facing financial hardship.

As an Adapt (NE) Community Hub Support Worker, you will:

  • Welcome visitors and help create a friendly, inclusive atmosphere
  • Spend time listening and building relationships with those who attend the hub
  • Provide directions and help people access activities
  • Support simple practical tasks such as tidying and preparing rooms
  • Promote engagement with the Hub’s wellbeing activities
  • Work alongside staff, volunteers and local service providers to deliver workshops and activities within the hub

We know our volunteers bring a wealth and breadth of experience and we welcome your ideas about how we can shape the hub.

We are looking for people who are:

  • Friendly and approachable
  • Wanting to support our community and build relationships with others
  • Curious and interested in the lives and experiences of others
  • Able to communicate confidently
  • Organised and adaptable
  • A supportive team player

We provide:

  • A welcoming and friendly team and an inclusive work environment
  • Refreshments, soup and hot drinks are available for volunteers
  • Full induction into the work of Adapt(NE) and the Community Hub
  • Safeguarding and food safety training
  • Access to further online learning
  • Ongoing support and supervision

Time commitment is flexible — even a couple of hours makes a difference. Join us in building a space where everyone feels welcome, connected and valued.

Read the Adapt (NE) Community Hub Volunteer Support Worker role description

To apply

If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please call 01434 600599.

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