Be Strong contunues to be blessed in its journey to rehabilitate some of the most vulnerable people in our society. And it is with grateful thanks that we have been priviliged to be selected by Green Pastures to be their partner to provide accomodation in Bolton for homeless people. Green Pastures are a UK Christian…
Be Strong are holding their first Exclusive Event to raise funds for The Be Strong Workshop – a project to repair white goods and recycle them at low cost to a needy community whilst at the same time providing an opportunity of paid employment for vulnerable people in the community. We have the work lined…
The Be Strong “posse” walked 7.7 miles from Bury town hall to Bolton town hall and we were joined by the Bishop of Bolton who walked the whole way with us (with his shoes on though). Thus far we have raised £1000 and are still collecting. We hope to get close to £2000 to help…
Gary Sheader and Tony “Zico” Kelly kindly gave up their Saturday night to stay in a prison cell overnight at HMP Trafford to raise money for the Be Strong Social Enterprise ~ White Goods Recycling & Refurbishment Training Centre. Tools and equipment are needed for the new venture. Much thanks go to Gary &…
Darren represented Be Strong at a dinner hosted by the High Sheriff of Greater Manchester ~ George Almond. Also in attendance was kind Be Strong supporter James Timpson. The evening was a brilliant success. George Almond shared with attendees his journey to becoming High Sheriff and how he had carefully selected 20 projects from the…
A mixture of pastors, police officers local businessmen and ex-offenders battled it out on the pitch when they took on BWFC Men’s Health team in a friendly football match at the Reebok stadium. Reformed offenders from Bolton charity Be Strong, were given a helping hand by ex-BWFC legend Tony Kelly. The charity is supported by…
Bolton 10K took place on Sunday 22nd April 2012. 10,000 metres may not sound far but in “old money measurement” it is over 6 miles inlength! Darren’s wife Stephanie together with and Craighan Partners Accountants helped to raise over £500 for Be Strong. Stephanie finished the race 1hr 10m 55s and Martin Craighan finished the…
Thank to the kindness of a member of the Kings Church congregation, members of the Be Strong crew enjoyed a TenPin bowling session tonight! Engaging in different forms of recreational activities are an important part of the Be Strong Project’s process. It is important for Be Strong participants to find enjoyment and fulfillment from a…