The sorting life
17 Goodgymers helped their local community in Cardiff
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Tuesday 22nd February 2022
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Report written by Michael
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Tonight 17 eager goodgymers took to the evening to help out at our old friend of a Charity - the Y.M.C.A
It had been a few years (thanks pandemic) since we had been about to help, so the task was well overdue.
In a few groups we made our way, runners, walk/joggers and walkers heading a good 6km to the task location on Colchester Avenue. There was plenty to do upon our arrival, a mountain of donations just waiting for our help. Bags were ripped open as garments were checked and inspected to see if they passed the test.
If they looked good enough to keep they were sorted;
- Kids
- Womens
- Mens
- Non-Clothes (books etc.)
There were more bins to fill but by now I was busy with my new friend HENRY as we cleaned the floors, shouting countdowns to the sorting crew. We also had our bed builders - Martin and Marie, busy creating a lovely bed.
As the final shout out was made, the sorting was called to an end and it was time for a quick group photo.
We will be back again in a few weeks to help out with the sorting some more.
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Running to help out at the YMCA Retail Store on Colchester Avenue
The Cardiff YMCA Housing Association is a charitable Housing Association and a Registered Social Landlord. They are registered with the Welsh Government and we directly manage board and lodge hostels in the Roath area of Cardiff. They provide Accommodation for nearly 120 homeless people in Cardiff with the belief that everyone should have a safe place to stay. Their residents receive the support they need in order to achieve and sustain the transition into independent living. They provide opportunities through our Retail shops and recycling unit for our residents and volunteers alike. They raise money through fundraising and their retail stores.
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