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Narthex

Narthex

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Narthex Sparkhill was founded over 20 years ago with a clear mission: to respond to the real and immediate needs of people in our local community, particularly those experiencing poverty and hardship ...

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  • Latham House, 33-34 Paradise St, Birmingham B1 2AJ, UK
  • [email protected]

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About Narthex

Narthex Sparkhill was founded over 20 years ago with a clear mission: to respond to the real and immediate needs of people in our local community, particularly those experiencing poverty and hardship. Over the years, we have: Established a Foodbank service that has grown in scale and reach. Built a trusted Information, Advice, and Guidance (IAG) service, including specialist money and debt advice. Invested in warehouse, storage, and logistics systems to support food distribution across five foodbanks. We are the largest foodbank in Birmingham with 5 satellites covering some of the most deprived areas of the city. Serving 8089 vouchers per year, 3907 individual applicants, feeding 5202 adults and 1,052 children. In addition, we delivered advice session to 1265 individuals with 2967 issues Developed strong volunteer programmes, engaging both local residents and corporate partners. Introduced innovative services, such as our Pantry provision, to meet evolving needs.

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Foodbank volunteer

Longer term volunteering · 4 hrs/Week

Birmingham

Foodbank volunteer

Foodbank Volunteers help to support Narthex’s mission of providing dignified, compassionate assistance to individuals and families experiencing hardship

Posted by Narthex
Foodbank lead volunteer

Longer term volunteering · Flexible hours

Birmingham

Foodbank lead volunteer

We are looking for a Volunteer Session Lead (Deputy Lead) to help oversee food bank sessions and support a team of volunteers.

Posted by Narthex
Volunteer receptionist

Longer term volunteering

Birmingham

Volunteer receptionist

We are looking for friendly and reliable Volunteer Receptionists to support our busy community centres. As the first point of contact for clients and visitors,

Posted by Narthex
Volunteer receptionist

Longer term volunteering

Birmingham

Volunteer receptionist

We are looking for friendly and reliable Volunteer Receptionists to support our busy community centres. As the first point of contact for clients and visitors,

Posted by Narthex
Peer Advisor/Digital Navigator

Longer term volunteering · Flexible hours

Peer Advisor/Digital Navigator

We are looking for volunteers to help individuals to access support, complete forms and build confidence using digital services

Posted by Narthex
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