Garden furniture shopping was not somewhere I expected to be inspired. However my Mum and I happened to walk into a new shop that had appeared in our local shopping centre as the wooden tables and chairs had attracted her attention.
Obviously walking in we were aware that this shop was indeed a shop with some kind of charitable cause, as there were large signs saying "The Rock Foundation" in the window. But when enquiring about purchasing technicalities, we were given some fabulous background information on the items for sale. These quality pieces were not just made to fund the charity, these were made as part of the work that the charity completes as part of its aim. Through a large range of practical workshops and placements the charity aims to teach and develop the skills of those with learning disabilities or who are disadvantaged.
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This really touched my Mum and I, as the beautiful pieces had an equally lovely story behind them, and not only financially helped someone, but actively did as well. If I was not moving abroad in the near future I would have loved to seek information on how I could help the charity with any skills I may possess that might be of any use. People are very judgemental about Grimsby and Cleethorpes, however if something so great can come out of the area, then respect is deserved.
I strongly urge people to at least look at this charity's website and learn more about this fabulous cause. There is a lot in the news about unemployment and the importance of training. Surely everyone should be entitled to learn and develop as a person!
[Post title quoted from the foundation's website]
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