Henshaws 12 Days of Giving
November 28th marks the annual celebration #GivingTuesday, a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organisations to transform their communities. To celebrate, Henshaws are launching their #12DaysOfGiving Appeal to raise money for the inspiring Arts & Crafts Centre in Knaresborough.
This Christmas, Henshaws are asking for the help of local businesses, organisations and individuals to support Art Makers creativity throughout the whole of 2024 by making a donation this December as part of the 12 Days of Giving campaign.
At Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre, Art Makers make more than just art. Bringing together people in an atmosphere that never fails to inspire, through a range of creative workshops people living with a range of disabilities discover their talents, put them into practice and realise their full potential. On weekdays the workshops are filled with Art Makers creating beautiful and unique pieces of art, with over 150 talented individuals making this vibrant community home. Everyone is made to feel welcomed, empowered and happy to be themselves.
There are an eclectic range of different workshops to choose from at the Centre, including Woodwork, Pottery, Horticulture, Performing Arts, Music, Mosaics, Paper, Printing, Jewellery and Multi-Sensory. To make the workshops come to life there are a range of costs to cover for all the materials including things like mosaic tiles, paintbrushes, easels and clay, wood, tissue paper, crayons, pom poms and paint - and the list goes on. Alongside this, Henshaws needs to keep the workshops warm and light for Art Makers to ensure a safe and healthy environment. Due to some of the health conditions of the Art Makers it is vital the Centre remains at a warm constant temperature and there is specialist equipment to keep running such as hoists and bright lights for those with visual impairments.
Gemma Young, Henshaws Fundraising Development Manager, said “Winter is fast approaching, and as the temperature drops, so can the spirits of many in our community. Heating our Centre during these colder months is not just a matter of comfort; it's a matter of inclusion and accessibility. Our workshops allow Art Makers to use their talents not only to change their own lives but to gain some control over how society reacts to and perceives their disability, breaking down barriers and creating life-long friendships”.
Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre is open to the public Monday to Friday, with a fully licensed café and shop, accessible facilities and woodland walk and is also available to hire for events and functions on evenings and weekends. Alongside this, there is a wide variety of events which take place throughout the year such as the annual Beer Festival and BedFest events, engaging the local community and bringing everyone together.
To donate to Henshaws 12 Days of Giving Campaign visit the Appeal page here https://henshaws.enthuse.com/cf/henshaws-12-days-of-giving-2023 or get in touch with gemma.young@henshaws.org.uk to find out more.
Notes to editors Henshaws is a charity that supports over 7,000 service users, people who are registered blind or disabled, including young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties, sensory impairments, and other physical disabilities. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families to build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.
Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre, 50 Bond End, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, HG5 9AL
Tel: 01423 541888 Website: https://www.henshaws.org.uk/what-we-offer/arts-crafts/
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For more information, please contact Henshaws Fundraising Development Manager Gemma Young on 07821 657747 or email gemma.young@henshaws.org.uk
