Ways you can help your local community 

For the past year and a half, we have been swamped by stress and loss. It has put a strain on ourselves, our families and has ruined communities, which is why it is now time to start giving back after the lockdown ends. Helping people who are in need has never been more important than it has been these past few years. Here are five ways that you can help your local community.

1. Invest in local services and businesses

Investing in local services and businesses is a great way to give back to the community. Local businesses may have taken a real hit in the recent lockdowns and need support to get back on their feet. For example, by purchasing a used Vauxhall in East Sussex (or from wherever you happen to live); or by buying frequently from surrounding farm shops, you can help local businesses and give back to your community. 

2. Participate in local events and festivals

Now that lockdown is easing, it won’t be long until local festivals and events are starting. This can be a great way to help your community, whether it’s helping with the set-up, setting up a stall yourself or just going along to spend your money (or even just to give your support) can help. This can also be a great way to become part of the community again, especially if you have been shielding. 

3. Join clubs and societies

This can be a great way to help give back to your community and to help those around you. Joining organisations such as gardening clubs can help make your area look better and help people feel happier. Litter picking, joining sporting societies or helping out at your local Brownie or Scout hut might be the perfect way to immerse yourself back into your community.

4. Help those who are struggling with the effects of Covid-19

Encourage those who have been socially shielding to start coming back to events and clubs, and help those in your area who have lost loved ones to the Coronavirus to come back into a welcoming and supportive society. This can help a lot of people, and even the smallest gesture might mean the world to them.

5. Donate to local charities

Donating to local charities can be a great way to help organisations get back on their feet and ready to help people again. Giving to a food bank, helping people in societies as mentioned above, or just shopping in charity shops or volunteering for a cause can be a great way to show support.

A few final thoughts

When it comes to giving back to your community there is a wide range of actions that you can take. You can invest in local services and businesses, participate in local events and festivals, join clubs and societies, help those who have lost loved ones from COVID-19, and donate and help local charities by volunteering and giving them food or by filling charity bags. Even the littlest gesture can help your community which has struggled so much in the pandemic.