Alternative Angels

At Alternative Angels, we know that our volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Recently, we asked our volunteer servers—some of whom have been with us from the beginning—to share their thoughts in a satisfaction survey! 🌟 We’re thrilled to report that we received #zero negative overall satisfaction scores! This feedback highlights the strong sense of community and purpose our volunteer servers feel while making a difference. We also gathered valuable insights on areas for improvement, and we’re already working on enhancing communication and task organisation to make volunteering even smoother. Stay tuned for more updates as we share additional feedback and our plans to make Alternative Angels even better! Thanks again to our dedicated volunteer servers for your hard work and openness 🥰🙌 Monday's shout out goes to: Terry Woodhouse Jayne Keen Tim Keen Sarah Blackmur Dan Stetton Elijah Goden Tara Hurst Liz and Ade Priestner Bernie Dormer #VolunteerSatisfaction #AlternativeAngels #SwindonCommunity #SwindonSupport #FeedingThoseInNeed

We are thrilled to once again be supporting the #SwindonFireStation at their community #soupkitchen event this weekend! 🍲🚒 Every bit of support, whether big or small, makes a big difference to those in need in #swindon ❤️ #feedingthoseinneed #alternativeangels

Last night, we welcomed 110 people through our doors, a few more than we usually greet! 🤗 A huge thank you to our amazing Tuesday night team and to those who cooked hot meals and made sandwiches: Liz Spellman Debbie Garraway Liz Boakes Blaze of Fire Ministry Lacey Proudfoot George Pidgeon Tamara Lewis Reiya Ladwa We're always looking for new #volunteers. If you're interested in joining us, feel free to send us a message or visit our website for more information 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVWSxmWk #swindoncommunity #swindonvolunteering #swindoncharity #swindonsoupkitchen

💻 Support Us with easyfundraising – It’s Simple and Free! ✨ Did you know you can help raise funds for Alternative Angels just by doing your usual online shopping? It won’t cost you a penny extra – here’s how: SIGN UP: Visit #easyfundraising and create an account. It’s completely FREE and doesn’t take long. Once signed in, choose Alternative Angels as your charity to support. SHOP ONLINE: Whenever you shop at over 7,000 online retailers (like Amazon, eBay, Argos, John Lewis, and many more), go through easyfundraising first. Each time you make a purchase, the retailer will donate a small percentage to us at no extra cost to you. RAISE FUNDS: That’s it! With every purchase, you’ll be helping us continue providing hot meals and a safe, welcoming space for Swindon’s most vulnerable residents. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT: The donations add up! Even if you’re just grabbing a birthday gift or doing your weekly shop, each contribution helps us keep our doors open. Please sign up to support us 👉 https://lnkd.in/dG5PKUnX Special shoutout to our volunteers and donators last night: Amanda Pope Mike Milton Lisa Marie White Emillie Peaple Tara Hurst Jasper Keck Joy Brown Thank you ❤️ #AlternativeAngels #SwindonCharity #SoupKitchen #FeedingThoseInNeed

💬 "The meals Alternative Angels provide are really good and have helped me regain much-needed weight. The cottage pie is my favourite, and whoever cooks that could sell it in the shops." 💬 This feedback from Jacqui highlights the impact of the work being done by our amazing volunteers at #AlternativeAngels. While many of our volunteers may not see the gratitude from those we serve, please know that your efforts are truly appreciated. Thank you for being part of this essential support. A special #shoutout to last nights volunteers: St Marys School Anna Barclay-Suter Liz Priestner Roxanne Miller Tara Hurst Joy Brown Bernie Dormer Diane Reed Jasper Keck #SwindonCharity #CommunitySupport #HelpingTheHomeless #VolunteerAppreciation

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Pertemps Swindon's Adrian Priestner selflessly gives up his Monday and Tuesday evenings to purchase, cook and serve hot meals for a charity #alternativeangels to the homeless community and those that otherwise would go without food. 👏 #worldhomelessday #alternativeangels #worldmentalhealthday #pertempsswindon #volunteering #charity

🌍 Today is #WorldHomelessDay and #WorldMentalHealthDay - two crucial issues that are deeply intertwined. Homelessness and mental health challenges often go hand in hand. Poor mental health can both lead to and result from homelessness. Without a safe, affordable place to call home, mental health struggles can intensify. In fact, the housing and homelessness crisis is also a mental health crisis. At #AlternativeAngels, we see this connection every day. That's why we’re committed not only to providing home-cooked meals and vital assistance but also to creating a sense of community and belonging for those we serve. This World Homeless Day, we encourage everyone to take action - whether by volunteering, donating, or simply raising awareness. Let’s work together to support those in need and to address the root causes of homelessness and mental health struggles. Thank you for standing with us 🙏 #WorldHomelessDay #WorldMentalHealthDay #AlternativeAngels #HelpingTheHomeless #CommunitySupport #SwindonCharity #MentalHealthMatters

🌟 We’re looking for #volunteers to cook meals or make sandwiches in #November! If you're interested in lending a hand, please feel free to send us a PM or comment below. Your support will make a difference! 💙 Despite the wet weather we still welcomed over 100 hungry people into the #PilgrimCentre on Tuesday evening. A huge thank you to our amazing Tuesday night team and the fantastic volunteers who make it all possible: Liz Spellman Sharon and Neil Willis Blaze of Fire Ministry Tamsin Riley Niki Sellars Greg Richards Liz Priestner Leanne Egan Katy Offer Lacey Proudfoot #Volunteer #CommunitySupport #CookingForACause #AlternativeAngels #SwindonCharity #GiveBack

A warm welcome to all our new followers! 👋💙 We’re Alternative Angels, a registered charity based in Swindon, and we’re dedicated to helping our community's homeless and vulnerable members. Since 2016, we’ve been providing home-cooked meals, snacks and a listening ear for those who need it. What started with 15 people in a car park has grown to welcoming around 100 people every Monday and Tuesday evening at the #PilgrimCentre in Swindon’s town centre. We’re all about creating a sense of belonging, and as times get tougher, we’re here to continue offering support. Thanks for being part of our efforts 🥰 On Monday evening we welcomed 113 people and we’d like to thank our amazing volunteers who donated and prepared delicious meals and sandwiches: Dan Williams Susannah Todd and Carol Todd Denise Hampshire Wardrobe Angels Joy Brown David and Jan Gingell Louise Davis Ade Priestner Tara Hurst Jasper Keck #SwindonCharity #SupportingOurCommunity #HelpingTheHomeless #HomelessSupport #CommunityMatters