Our continued thanks to South Shields FC for hosting our donations basket in the Club Shop. If you’re at this weekend’s match v Peterborough, please bring non-perishable food and toiletries to help tackle food insecurity in #SouthTyneside #CommunitySupport #TeamHandH

🎄 Christmas is coming… and we’ve got great news!   Shop with us for your chance to win a FREE Lunch Voucher in our Christmas Draw – thanks to Heron Foods!   The more you shop, the more chances to win! 🎁   #CommunityChristmas #HeronFoods #FestiveFun

A huge thanks to everyone who has been supporting us through Easyfundraising! Last week, we received the latest donation of £185 direct from Easyfundraising, proving that using the app really does work! Together, we can make a real difference this Christmas. #TeamHandH #TogetherWeCan

Our Supported Housing isn’t just a roof over your head; it’s the start of a journey to independence and stability.   With wellbeing activities, mentoring, & tailored advice, residents regain confidence, skills, and hope for the future.   #SupportedHousing #CommunityMatters

Last Saturday, The Food Hub - All Things Food - was "all about" floury hands & happy faces in our family cooking session! Children had a brilliant time getting messy, using their hands to mix and shape their very own rock buns, the results were enjoyed by everyone – amazing. 🍰👩‍🍳

Huge thanks to Caitlin from Northern Gas Network for donating 'Warm Packs' to help us fight the freezing temperatures this season! These packs are FREE, ready for anyone in need; available on a first come, first served basis (one per person) 📍 Hampden St, NE33 4JR 🕘 Monday to Friday, 9am to 3:30pm

Huge thanks to Isaac & Steve walking from Roker to South Shields Pier with Harton Sports Centre to fundraise for H&H! 👟 Support them by donating here: https://f.mtr.cool/xgpnrnlcwh Every bit counts in supporting the South Tyneside community! #CommunityChampions #Fundraising

Ready to take on a new challenge in 2026? 💪 Whether you’re in a running club, sports team, or just up for an adventure with friends... Join #TeamHandH and help us put the FUN in fundraising. Together we can fight food insecurity and homelessness across our community. ❤️

Earlier this month, we were delighted to welcome BBC Radio Newcastle's Gilly Hope to The Food Hub - All Things Food - to see our food activity space in action. Thank you for your visit 🎧 Listen in full now, on BBC Sounds Visit The Food Hub at NE34 7HE

Congratulations! South Tyneside has been awarded the Sustainable Food Places Bronze Award, with STOC Good Food proudly at the heart of this success, leading a borough-wide partnership to improve access to healthy, sustainable food for all.​ Well done to ALL in South Tyneside on this award.

Our team are collecting for our Crisis Support today in #Seaburn Our thanks go to all involved, to Olivia and Izzie, joining us today as part of their #DukeofEdinburgh If you're passing by the store, please 🙏 feel free to offer a message of thanks and a donation to #TeamHandH

Getting a Weekend Shop Done? A reminder that Your Community Shops at Fowler Street (NE33 1NS) & Horsley Hill (NE34 7HE) are open Saturdays! Open from 9 AM to 2 PM, ready to serve and signpost.  "Shop" by tomorrow and sign up for free! Great start to a great weekend!

Thank you so much for the positive messages! While it’s never why we do this, knowing our work helps people in South Tyneside live more independent, self-reliant lives means the world to us. Together, we’re making real change. #CommunityImpact #SouthTyneside #TeamHandH

We had an amazing Thai cooking demo! Our group loved learning how to make massaman curry; two members even joined Santana in the kitchen. So tasty and fun! Who’s joining our next session? #ThaiCooking #CurryLovers #CommunityCooking

Hunger in the UK isn’t about food; it’s about income. Our Community Shops welcome everyone within 1.5 miles to join FREE and pick 11 branded items from just £5 every week. With Wellbeing Hubs offering free family activities too! #CommunityShop #Support #FoodBudget

URGENT: Sign up to EasyFundraising's FREE app, pick Hospitality & Hope & we get £2; at no cost to you! That £2 could help someone in crisis today. Support us this winter: download, register, choose us. Help us make a difference ➡️ easyfundraising.org.uk #TeamHandH #FoodInsecurity #Easyfundraising

Looking to connect, learn new skills & have fun? Join our Wellbeing Sessions!   Email [email protected] or ask in shops for info.   Here’s just a flavour of what’s coming up and what's been happening! 🌟   #Wellbeing #Community #GetInvolved

We had a fantastic family cooking session last Saturday, making savoury vegetable muffins together! The kids did a brilliant job following the recipe and even tasted some veggies they wouldn’t normally try. Thanks to all those who joined us! #LearningTogether #CommunityCooking

Over 3,300 individual instances of Crisis Support have been recorded at H&H in the past 12 months. Offering Emergency Food Parcels to everyone across South Tyneside, we simply couldn't do the work we do without YOUR support, whether this is monetary donation or food. Thank You

Huge thanks to our Volunteers and employees of TSB who have joined us today for our #FoodDrive at Asda #SouthShields  If you're shopping today, or in the area and passing, please remember to come and say hello - grab a leaflet and make a donation if you can! Thanks

This week is International Fraud Awareness Week (the 25th Anniversary!) and at H&H we're always working hard to help safeguard and protect everyone from fraudulent behaviour and scams. Check out FraudWeek.com and answer the call to become a hero! #FraudWeek

Hey! We need your help!... Download the @easyfundraising.bsky.social app This donation will make a huge difference, supporting someone in crisis https://f.mtr.cool/mcqihjedvp

Cold Winter Nights.... With temperatures dropping across South Tyneside, we're fortunate to still have a small number of 'Warm Packs' to offer to those in need from our Operations Centre at Hampden St during normal opening hours.  #warmpack #communitysupport

This week, we've got even more AMAZING value in the form of Stew Packs; available to warm up this colder weather - just £1.50 at our Community Shops! If you live within 1.5 miles of any three of our Community Shops, you too can join for free - £5 for 11 items. #CommunityShop #Support #FoodBudget

Huge thanks to the YMCA Gateshead Charity Shop for promoting our eBay campaigns. Looking for a bargain on eBay? Have something to donate?? Wanting to sell something on our behalf??? Email [email protected] or send us a message and lets chat! #TeamHandH

Getting a Weekend Shop Done? A reminder that Your Community Shops at Fowler Street (NE33 1NS) & Horsley Hill (NE34 7HE) are open Saturdays! Open from 9 AM to 2 PM, ready to serve and signpost.  "Shop" by tomorrow and sign up for free! See you at the checkout!

Do you need a FREE Sim Card? Helping to tackle Digital Isolation alongside @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social, we can offer free Sim Cards with up to 12 months data at no cost.  Simply visit https://f.mtr.cool/wtypnpsdag to learn more and request your sim today or send us a message.

Our Crisis Support Foodbank is currently in desperate need of Soap Powder, if you can help or share this post? Your donations are appreciated. Thank you.

Join our Wellbeing Sessions to connect with others, try exciting activities, and pick up fresh skills along the way! Don’t miss out - here's just a flavour of what's coming up.... Email [email protected] or ask in shop for more information.

The response to our Reverse Advent Calendar is amazing! Since Nov 1, Wingrove House & friends have already made a great delivery. Thanks to our Crisis Support, Foodbank Coordinator Diane & all at H&H. Want to join? Message us for info! #ReverseAdvent #CommunitySupport

✅ Have you visited our Food Hub - All Things Food - at Horsley Hill yet? We’re serving up delicious, homemade-style meals to enjoy in or take away, plus hot drinks from just 50p and lunches from only £2! Learn more by visiting https://f.mtr.cool/fmvjmygzkm Photos - Scott Anderson

Hunger in the UK isn’t about food; it’s about income. Our Community Shops welcome everyone within 1.5 miles to join FREE and pick 11 branded items from just £5 every week. With Wellbeing Hubs offering free family activities too! #CommunityShop #Support #FoodBudget

Huge thanks to Isaac & Steve walking from Roker to South Shields Pier with Harton Sports Centre to fundraise for H&H! 👟 Support them by donating here: https://f.mtr.cool/xgpnrnlcwh Every bit counts in supporting the South Tyneside community! #CommunityChampions #Fundraising

Winter nights call for cosy loungewear! ❄️ Now available in our charity shop. We’re also accepting donations of PJs, loungewear, children’s clothes & shoes to help families stay warm. Stop by Tue–Fri, 10am–2:30pm at NE33 4JB. #CozyNights #DonateToday

Tomorrow is November 11th. At 11am, we join together to pause, remember and honour those who have served and sacrificed. Let us reflect with gratitude and respect.  Our thanks to Paul for creating this beautiful artwork. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget

It's our privilege to partner with The Rise of She Ask for Venus! 🌸 Free period packs available, no questions asked. Simply ask for Venus at any of our sites or get in touch by emailing [email protected] Join the movement! #AskForVenus

Did you know we sell on eBay? Donate, purchase, recycle - all under one digital roof. And we welcome YOUR support. ♻️ Email or contact us now to discuss📧 [email protected] #GiveForGood #CharitySelling #TeamHandH

Service with a smile, every day. 😊 Our shops are where friendly faces, warm chats, and genuine support make shopping a pleasure—not a chore. Want to experience the difference? Pop in for a visit and join our family! #CommunityShop #FeelGood #Kindness

Incredible moments from our Men’s Art Group sessions! 🎨 A space where men support men, learn new artistic skills, and build wellbeing together. Interested? Get involved with future sessions via our shops or message us! #MenSupportingMen #CreativeWellbeing #SouthTyneside

Need information? Looking for support? Need to ask a question? Contact us now by sending us a confidential and discreet message via What's App to H&H directly, there's always someone on hand to respond during business hours.

We’re excited to be exhibiting at next week’s North East Chamber event at Gosforth Racecourse! 🎉 Sign up today and book YOUR place for free, don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity. And be sure to stop by our stand and say hello! #NorthEastChamber #HospitalityAndHope #NEExpo

Happy Trustees' Week! 💛  We want to take a moment to thank and recognise our trustees at H&H.  Celebrating, Supporting & Inspiring all the work we do at Hospitality & Hope, we couldn't do what we do without them. Thank you! #TrusteesWeek #teamhandh

Our Supported Housing programme offers more than just a safe place to stay – it’s a stepping stone toward independence and stability. Combined with wellbeing activities, mentoring, and advice, residents rediscover their confidence, skills, and hope for the future.

✅ Have you visited our Food Hub - All Things Food - at Horsley Hill yet? We’re serving up delicious, homemade-style meals to enjoy in or take away, plus hot drinks from just 50p and lunches from only £2! Learn more by visiting https://f.mtr.cool/fmvjmygzkm Photo - Scott Anderson

What a brilliant time at our recent Kid’s Crafts Workshop! Helping young people create and express themselves is at the heart of our mission to inspire hope and wellbeing in South Tyneside. Interested in joining us? Ask in our shop or message for details. #CraftingHope #YoungCreators

Hey! We need your help!... Download the @easyfundraising.bsky.social app This donation will make a huge difference, supporting someone in crisis https://f.mtr.cool/mcqihjedvp

Thanks to over 20 schools & churches, we’ve received 1509.3kg of Harvest donations! Every kilo supports families facing hardship—helping us provide vital crisis support. Your generosity makes all the difference. #HarvestSupport #CommunityCare #EveryKgCounts

❄️ Warm Space on Hudson Street - Wednesday, November 5th ❄️ 📍 Location: Hudson Street 📅 Date: Wednesday, November 5th, 10am to 12 Noon 🍲 Warm soup and bread roll served to all attendees No need to book; just drop in and warm up with us!

Huge thanks to Isaac & Steve walking from Roker to South Shields Pier with Harton Sports Centre to fundraise for H&H! 👟 Support them by donating here: https://f.mtr.cool/xgpnrnlcwh Every bit counts in supporting the South Tyneside community! #CommunityChampions #Fundraising

Hunger in the UK isn't a food problem. It's an income problem. That's why our three Community Shops are open to EVERYONE living within 1.5 miles of their doorstep. Join your nearest shop for FREE and choose 11 branded items from £5 each and every week. #CommunityShop #Support #FoodBudget