FAQ
How does an agency get in contact with GIFT?
Either via our contact section on the webpage or by emailing us at graceinfossetogther@icloud.com
How does GIFT work?
A referring agency makes contact with the GIFT project (by phone or email).
The GIFT project manager completes a referral form and makes an initial visit to the client to make a list of immediate needs and other potential areas of support.
Any Furniture, soft furnishings, white electrical goods and more are obtained through various sources:
We have an arrangement for a local supplier of reconditioned white goods
We have a link with the Banbury furniture project
We appeal for specific items on a local Facebook group… all donated items are checked to help ensure that they are of good serviceable quality and safe to use. Electrical items are PAT tested.
We have a small church fund to support local families in need.
We have links with other local charities that will help fund some items
In parallel with 3 above, our House to Home team can assess what’s required to make a property more of a home that is clean and safe for the client. If required they can carry out basic DIY, cleaning, decorating, etc. (for things like carpets, we have links with local tradesmen that fit at cost).
On completion we feedback to the agency worker about what we've done
We offer ongoing befriending and mentoring support where needed.
How do I volunteer GIFT?
There are many ways you could help…
Moving furniture/white goods, cleaning, befriending, DIY, admin support and more.
Give funds in support of the GIFT project
Hold a fundraising event
Donate furniture and white goods (We mostly take furniture and white goods to pass directly on to clients. Please look out for our appeals on Facebook)
Provide storage space (We would love to have the space to store furniture that is offered, so that we could respond to client needs quickly. )
If you can help with any of the above, please contact GIFT by email at graceinfossetogther@icloud.com