Did you know 2025 is Emmaus Bolton’s 20th anniversary year! To make the charitable work at our Emmaus community, we’ll be making some special announcements on the 20th of each month.
Join us in helping others! Here are 20 ways you can help homelessness charity Emmaus Bolton:
- Shop preloved – Visit Emmaus Bolton’s shops and purchase preloved items.
- Spread the word – Share Emmaus Bolton’s mission and anniversary posts on social media.
- Volunteer for a day – Dedicate 20 hours of volunteer work to support the charity.
- Donate furniture – Contribute good-quality furniture or household items for resale.
- Attend our openings this year – We’ll be opening our garden centre in the spring – plan to get your plants from us to help our community bloom.
- Organise a collection drive – Collect clothing, or household essentials for Emmaus.
- Donate £20 – Encourage people to give £20 in honour of the 20th anniversary.
- Host a fundraiser – Organize a local event like a bake sale, sponsored walk, or quiz night.
- Share your Emmaus story – If Emmaus has impacted your life, share your story with us to inspire others.
- Team up – Encourage local businesses and organisations to partner with Emmaus Bolton.
- Donate food and essentials – help stock Lucie’s Pantry at Emmaus Bolton with non-perishables or toiletries for families in need.
- Celebrate for Emmaus – Organise a 20th birthday party or celebrate a wedding anniversary and donate the proceeds to Emmaus.
- Sign up for a challenge – Participate in a sponsored activity like the Bolton Ironman or Rivington Night Run (hurry, it’s on the 25th January).
- Support social enterprises – Dine at the Emmaus café or buy furniture or other items made by our community.
- Become a monthly donor – Commit to supporting Emmaus Bolton with regular donations.
- Invite friends – Bring a friend to visit the Emmaus shop or café when you’re having a meeting or a catch up.
- Create a 20-themed donation – Donate 20 items or create gift bundles worth £20.
- Leave a review – leave Emmaus Bolton feedback on Google or recommend us on social media
- Sponsor a room – Help fund the upkeep of rooms for companions by making a one-time donation.
- Celebrate with us – Join any anniversary events hosted by Emmaus Bolton and show your support.
We’ll be thanking all the people who are part of Emmaus Bolton and help make our support possible throughout the year.
Keep an eye on our news page and social media for details.