Christian Action Network Nottingham (CAN)
We are a network that promotes collaboration, relationship and unity among Christian organisations who are working to tackle poverty in Nottingham.
AIMS
- To facilitate
greater depth of unity and partnership through members offering their expertise, service, resources and encouragement to see individuals and communities flourish.
- To be a conduit for churches and Christians who want to bless the city- so they can direct their energy, resources and prayer where it is most needed.
- To respond
strategically and thoughtfully to identified needs in cooperation with other services across the city, in a way that builds from ‘the ground up’ and brings long term community transformation.
- To support and encourage local community leadership.
We usually meet 4 times a year in a variety of venues although at the moment are meeting on online. Our membership is always growing and we are in close relationship with Nottingham City Prayer, Nottingham Citizens and other like-minded organisations and networks. Please contact Hannah Buck for more information.
One member's experience ...
"I have been part of CAN for 5 years now. Before joining I had no idea how much work was going on in the city to tackle areas of social injustice. CAN has provided crucial support to me during my employment with Street Pastors. I have learnt a huge amount from fellow CAN members that has transformed my work and some of these lessons I will carry with me forever. It has been such a joy to build relationships with fellow CAN members which has meant I have known who to ask for help when I have needed it. It has also led to some excellent partnership working, for example in sharing training sessions with other charities which is a much more efficient use of time and resources. Sometimes the brokenness of the world can feel overwhelming and depressing, but when I look at the work that all of CAN are involved in I am heartened that there is hope, that justice can be sought and lives can be transformed. I have learnt that we are definitely better working together, together there is such strength, encouragement and resources can be shared. Together we can pray, encourage each other and press on in sharing God's love in Nottingham. I am so grateful to all of the CAN members and particularly to Hannah Buck for encouraging us all and making it happen!"
- Lynda Blakely
You'll see below some of our member organisations. As well as meeting as a whole, we operate in the following sub groups: 'Homelessness', 'Children & Families', 'Finance & Debt', Social enterprises and employability', 'Refugees, Asylum seekers & Migrants', 'Food & Community' (including mental health), 'Modern Slavery', and 'Prisons & supporting ex-offenders'. These are continuing to evolve and each one looks different depending on the need. We are excited about these!
Homelessness
Angel Green
Angel Green Christian Fellowship is a church in Clifton
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Emmanual House
Emmanuel House is an independent charity supporting people on their journey to a more stable life providing acceptance and daily support services in Nottingham.
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Nottingham Street Pastors
Nottingham Street Pastors, set up by the Malt Cross Trust, sees over 70 volunteers go out to care for and look after the on average 30,000-40,000 visitors who use Nottingham city centre’s nightlife every weekend.
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Children and Families
TLG
TLG Nottingham is an independent alternative provision school that works with struggling young people who may be at crisis point in their education.
Finance and Debt
The Ark
The Ark is a community meeting place and advice centre based in Gedling Nottingham.
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Christians Against Poverty
The West Bridgford and South Nottingham Debt Centre is a Christians Against Poverty (CAP) service that provides free debt advice to anyone facing debt issues in NG2, NG11 and NG12.
Step Forward Money Advice (formerly Trent Debt Advice)
Free, confidential, impartial money management and debt advice. We are part of the national debt charity Community Money Advice (CMA).
Food and Community
The Arches
The Arches is a practical resource centre providing furniture and household items for those in need across Nottingham
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Basford Road Baptist Church
The church is located in the Old Basford area of Nottingham.
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Bestwood & Bulwell Foodbank
This foodbank is part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.
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Bestwood Park Church
Bestwood Park Church is a Methodist/Anglican Church at the centre of the community and is attended by people of all ages and backgrounds. It also coordinates Bestop Kitchen. See TNT Talks, or click here, for a recent interview with Chris Easton. Or read more about their response to Covid-19.
Diocese of Southwell & Nottingham
The Diocese is a network of over 300 Anglican churches in communities right across Nottinghamshire and some parts of South Yorkshire.
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Radford Parish All Souls & St Peters
Radford Parish All Souls & St Peters is a local church rooted in our local community of Radford.
The Salvation Army - Arnold
A Christian church and charity based in Arnold.
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The Salvation Army - Sneinton
A Christian church and charity based in Sneinton.
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Employment and Social Enterprise
Grace Enterprises
Grace Enterprises was started by Grace Church in 2017. It aspires to be a network of businesses, big and small, each one aiming to provide meaningful employment opportunities for people who otherwise struggle to find work. The first of these businesses is Radiant Cleaners, an award-winning Social Enterprise cleaning company.
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Refugees, Asylum Seekers and Migrant Workers
Welcome Boxes
Welcome Boxes helps newly-arrived asylum seekers and refugees to meet local people and find their way around Nottingham.
Modern Slavery
TAKE ACTION!
JOIN US in our bid to transform lives and communities by taking any of the following steps:
- Explore how your church can engage with the work of TNT
- Volunteer your time and energy
- Donate your money either with a regular or one-off gift
- Pray regularly for our most deprived communities, for all those seeking to support and transform them
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