Rushey Green Time Bank

Lewisham Local

Rushey Green Time Bank

A project by Lewisham Local

Rushey Green Time Bank

Engaging & supporting people through sharing their time & skills in Lewisham

Originally set up in a busy health centre in Lewisham, Rushey Green Time Bank (RGTB) is a multi award winning time bank & is known worldwide for its pioneering work. Through time banking principles and coproduction it provides an empowering and transformational form of volunteering that gives self-confidence to people who would not normally be involved in their local community.

Why the community needs us

We offer a welcoming, safe and inclusive space for people of all backgrounds and abilities to come and share & learn skills, connect with each other, and build new friendships.

Our members often are older people or people outside the mainstream workplace. At the Time Bank we value each person for who they are and take the view that all our members are assets to our Time Bank as well as the wider community.

Our impact on the community

As a result of getting involved in the Time Bank - 98% have met other people, 88% feel more useful and valued, 92% feel more connected to the local community, 81% feel their health and wellbeing has improved, 98% feel proud of being part of this community project.

We appreciate any donation, big or small.

What your gift could provide

£10

5 balls of wool for our knitting group

£25

supports a Tea & Chat session for Time Bank members

£100

pays towards a series of arts and crafts sessions

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Charity Information

Lewisham Local

Registered charity no.: 1101616