£3,000 to Together Co

Amongst those supported by Together Co are older adults, people with disabilities or chronic health conditions and those experiencing mental health challenges. The approach is volunteer-powered and community-led - over the past year, 492 volunteers have been involved. Students, who are at heightened risk of loneliness themselves, form an important part of the volunteer cohort. Volunteering helps them build their confidence, make local friendships outside university, and feel connected to the wider Brighton & Hove community.