We are immensely proud to be a local business serving Sevenoaks and the surrounding area.
To give something back to our local community we support local charitys by donating 5% of our new project fees every month. Scroll down to find out who we have supported in the past.
If you're involved with a local charity and would like to be considered for donations, please get in touch at hello@sevenoaksplans.com.
Current Charity: DEC Emergency appeal for Ukraine
Like you, we have been horrified at the unfolding events in Ukraine. While we ordinarily support local charities, we have decided to send our donations for April and May 2022 to the Disaster Emergency Committee's Ukarine appeal. We feel, currently, this is the best way to support this humanitarian disaster.
To find out more about DEC's Ukraine appeal visit their website here: dec.org.uk/appeal/ukraine-humanitarian-appeal.
Thank you so much for the very generous donation which you sent to us recently - we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support. Sadly, the need for food support in our community is still very high, and more people are registering with us all the time. We provide them with a weekly bag of 'dry goods' chosen by them, as well as a selection of fresh meat, fruit & vegetables, bakery and other items donated and bought from supermarkets. In addition, we will be doing larger self-select fresh food shops at various times during the year as funds allow. Your donation will help us to continue providing that service to those families who need it, and I know that they would want us to pass on their sincere thanks to you.
West Kent Mind
The past couple of years have been tough on us all, so we were very pleased to support West Kent Mind throughout January and February 2022.
This charity provides support to anyone suffering from mental health problems throughout Sevenoaks, Tonbridge & Malling and Tunbridge Wells districts. From counselling, to practical activities, and training West Kent Mind has a huge suite of help on offer.
To find out more about West Kent Mind visit their website here: westkentmind.org.uk.
Loaves & Fishes
During December and January 2021 we supported our local food bank - Loaves and Fishes.
Supporting up to 40 families in need throughout the Sevenoaks area, Loaves & Fishes provides a vital service to our local community. Based at St John's Church Hall on Quaker's Hall Lane (just up the road from our office), donations are accepted on Thursday mornings between 11:30 and 12:30.
If you wish to donate their current high priority list is:
- Coffee
- Ham/spam
- Curry sauces
- Pasta sauces
- Tinned peas
- Toiletries (for men and women)
To find out more about Loaves & Fishes visit their website here: stjtb.com/people-groups/loaves-fishes/.
Forget-Me-Not Cafes
During October and November 2021 we supported the Sevenoaks Area Dementia Friendly Community and their Forget-Me-Not Cafe initiative.
These regular meet-ups in Sevenoaks, Hildenborough, Westerham, and Edenbridge provide companionship, entertainment, and peer support for those living with memory loss. They also run a singing group and an allotment.
You can find out more about the Forget-Me-Not Cafes, including their next dates at forgetmenotcafe.org.uk.
Friends For Families
During 2021 we supported this local charity, raising £495 for them overall. Friends For Families is a small charity helping families that are facing financial hardship in the Sevenoaks area. They provide practical assistance to people who have been identified by Children’s Services as needing help which can’t be provided by central or local government.
To provide assistance through challenging times, Friends For Families provides items such as:
- beds, mattresses, linen and pyjamas;
- school shoes, uniforms and sports kits;
- haircuts; and
- after school activities and lessons.
To find out more visit friendsforfamilies.org.
Sevenoaks Larder
During early 2021 we supported Sevenoaks Larder with our donations. We raised £570 with the help of clients commissioning us for their house extension and renovation projects.
Sevenoaks Larder was set up during the Coronavirus Pandemic and provides food to people that are struggling to afford it in our community. They provided a beacon of light to many people during 2020, and continue to do so now.
You can find out more about Sevenoaks Larder at sevenoakslarder.co.uk.
