by Andrew Davidson | Mar 24, 2026 | Stories
Ruthrieston Community Centre has been part of the Aberdeen community for generations. The building dates back to around 1875, originally opening as a school for local children before later serving a range of educational purposes. Since 1979, it has operated as a...
by Emily Shepherd | Mar 17, 2026 | Stories
Alli Hutcheon and Mat Reed make up the Aberdeen City Council street youth work team and have been working together since last September: “We’re not aware of there being any street work in Aberdeen in the way that we do it: city centre-based, direct engagement with...
by Emily Shepherd | Dec 16, 2025 | Stories
What began as his own personal coping mechanism during an incredibly difficult period of his life has now grown into a citywide effort to raise awareness, spark conversations and support local charities – SAMH and Clan Cancer Support. Marius describes himself first as...
by Emily Shepherd | Nov 11, 2025 | Stories
MCR Pathways is a national mentoring charity with a mission to help young people facing challenges in their lives build confidence, resilience and lasting support networks through an award-winning relationship-based model. In Aberdeen, MCR Pathways has recently...
by Andrew Davidson | Oct 21, 2025 | Stories
The Trades Widows’ Fund Charity has opened applications for its 12th round of funding, giving local groups across Aberdeen and the surrounding area a chance to apply for grants of between £2,500 and £5,000. Applications opened on 29th September and will close on 7th...
by Emily Shepherd | Sep 18, 2025 | Stories
A £2000 grant from the Community & Coast Fund has revitalised the shared lounge and has already started to strengthen connections amongst the residents. With support from the Fund, tenants are now organising a variety of social activities such as themed coffee...
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