It was an action-packed couple of weeks at Wimbledon recently for some of our Steps into Employment students. They’ve been busy working at the championships in a range of paid roles thanks to the Wimbledon Foundation. Their 'Work at Wimbledon' initiative offers supported pathways into employment for people facing barriers to getting jobs. 

We're so excited to introduce the new Share Community Cookbook. Produced with support from Wandsworth Council, this accessible publication is full of easy read, healthy recipes to try at home, from quick snacks and delicious meals to sweet treats. You’ll also find guidance on healthy eating and portion control, helpful kitchen safety tips, and links to our step-by-step cooking videos on YouTube. 

We’ve launched Mindful Moments, a new programme to support our students’ emotional wellbeing. Set in our immersive 4D learning space, the sessions offer a calm and inclusive environment to explore meditation and sensory activities to help manage stress. Co-created with students, Mindful Moments is proving to be a powerful new tool for self-care and emotional growth. 

Three Share students have been awarded scholarships thanks to a new partnership with The CiaO Foundation and its generous supporters: Almacantar, Act 111, and London Metric. The scheme funds an extra day of skills-based training each week for up to three years, helping students build confidence, grow independence and move closer to paid employment. 

Huge thanks to our neighbours Brand Brewery who yet again ran and hosted an amazing sports day for us on Clapham Common. This has become a real highlight of our summer, with our students taking part in hula hooping, egg and spoon races, football, catch the water balloon, musical statues, and the hugely popular tug of war! We wrapped up the day with an awards ceremony where students received gold medals and certificates. 

We're seeking two new trustees to join our board and help steer our ambitious charity into its next exciting chapter. We're specifically looking for people who have financial or legal expertise. This is a fantastic opportunity to use your skills for good and help make a real difference in the lives of adults with learning disabilities and autism.

You could make a big difference to our work with just a small monthly gift. Regular giving in this way is vital to help charities like Share. Guaranteed income from monthly givers means we can plan and invest in our services longer term, providing more programmes and support for disabled people and their families.