Build-Give A Day Carlisle

Inspired by Andy Fearon's dream to "Give a Day to the City", many Carlisle Ambassadors including Capita, Story Contracting, Carlisle College, University of Cumbria, CITO Cleaning, Riverside, Eco-tech Systems and Carlisle City Council worked with residents, community groups and other businesses to bring a new lease of life to areas in the city. They worked to improve facilities in local spaces and buildings. From riverside walks to community areas and hostels – something special took place with collaboration from so many people.  

 " Giving back to local communities in which we work and live has always been really important to us at Story Contracting so, when we learnt of the 'Give a Day' initiative, we were excited to get involved. To have 26 members of staff, including some of the their families, give up their own time on a Saturday morning is really great and shows there is a real appetite for people to volunteer for local causes. We've achieved a lot this morning and have had fun doing it.

by "Emma Porter, Head of Operations for Construction, at Story Contracting​

One of the other amazing projects managed by the inspirational Tristan Josh of Ecotech Systems was creation of a much improved outside area at the Water Street Family Hostel. All we can say is that in all of these, MUCH more than a day was given in planning, and the generosity of those who gave materials and time was quite extraordinary. Thank you to everyone!