July 2023

Cakey people, rejoice! For those who know me, it’s no secret that my life revolves around the world of cake. Since 2013, I’ve been sharing my passion for cake decorating and baking through Victoria’s Corner. And now, I’m thrilled, thanks to the incredible support from Strive2ThriveLancashireCIC, my dream of offering fully funded cake sessions to local communities has finally become a reality. A New Chapter Begins: Towards the end of last year, we brought Victoria’s Corner into Beanstalk Business Centre CIC. Through this restructuring, my beloved cake sessions found their new identity as Beanstalk Food and Cookery. This transition has allowed us to broaden our horizons and reach even more cake enthusiasts. The Perfect Venue: Yesterday, we hosted a delightful confectionery session at the fantastic MET which has been set up in the Morrison’s car park off Blackpool Road, nestled between Deepdale and Ribbleton. This unique pop-up venue is brimming with a diverse range of events over the next few weeks, providing an abundance of entertainment for all. The best part? It’s all free! The Marvelous Sugar Teddy Bears: While you’re here, take a peek into our gallery, where we’ve showcased the enchanting sugar teddy bears crafted by our talented attendees. These personalised creations have sparked boundless joy and admiration. The Joy of Decorating Your Own Birthday Cakes: There’s something undeniably special about being able to decorate your own birthday cake. Not only does it bring immense delight to the recipient, but it also serves as a testament to your creativity and personal touch. By learning the art of cake decorating, you not only bring joy to yourself and others but also save a few pounds in your pocket. Imagine the satisfaction of presenting a stunning, homemade cake at your next celebration! So, join us on this delightful journey of exploring the world of cake decorating and baking, and let’s spread the joy, one cake at a time!

At Beanstalk, we are overjoyed to express our deepest gratitude to Wiltshire Digital Drive for their exceptional generosity. Their recent donation of five desktop PCs, complete with monitors, mice, and keyboards, has had an incredible impact on our organisation. We are thrilled to share how this contribution will enable us to recommence our work experience programmes and empower individuals on their career journeys. In addition, we would like to extend our thanks to DPD UK for their reliable courier service and A Good Thing (UK) for connecting us with Wiltshire Digital Drive. The donation from Wiltshire Digital Drive has opened up new avenues for us to resume our work experience programmes. These programs play a vital role in equipping individuals with valuable work skills and the confidence needed to progress in their careers. With the new desktop PCs, we can expand our reach and provide even more people with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and take a step closer to their career goals. Our heartfelt thanks go to A Good Thing (UK) for their incredible work in connecting us with Wiltshire Digital Drive. Their expertise in matching surplus equipment with charities and not-for-profit organisations in need is truly remarkable. Through their efforts, we have been able to forge a meaningful partnership that has made a significant difference in the lives of those we serve. Calling All Businesses: Join the Movement! We invite all businesses to consider donating equipment they no longer use to organisations in need. A Good Thing (UK) provides a fantastic opportunity to ensure that your surplus equipment finds its way to charities and not-for-profit organisations that can put it to good use. By supporting this initiative, we can collectively create a world where no useful equipment goes to waste. Let’s make a positive impact and ensure that valuable resources are utilised to their fullest potential. The support we have received from Wiltshire Digital Drive and A Good Thing (UK) has been truly remarkable. Their generosity, reliability, and matchmaking skills have enabled us to continue our important work experience programmes and empower individuals on their career journeys. We extend our deepest gratitude to these incredible organisations and encourage businesses to join us in supporting A Good Thing (UK) to make a lasting impact in our communities. Together, we can ensure that no useful equipment goes to waste and contribute to a better world for all. #TechForGood #DigitalEmpowerment #CareerDevelopment #Grateful #GivingBack #CommunitySupport #Donations #WorkExperiencePrograms #MakingADifference #Opportunity #PCDonation #AGoodThing #WiltshireDigitalDrive #DPDUK #Beanstalk