NEWS FEEDS

You are cordially invited to attend FODI Annual General Meeting (AGM) at 2.15 pm on Wednesday 13th of November 2024 at St Mary’s Catholic Centre, SR1 1TQ. On that day we will end the usual drop-in earlier. The AGM will last no longer than an hour. We hope that you will be able to attend.

FODI families recently enjoyed a family fun day at Carnival House in Southwick. The children (and adults) dressed in colorful costumes, learned circus skills, and danced at a disco party featuring classics such as the ever-popular YMCA, which never seems to go out of fashion. Many thanks to Garner and all the staff and volunteers…

On October 19th, Sunderland Minster hosted a fantastic family-friendly event attended by people from various communities, faiths, and backgrounds to celebrate the city and show solidarity in response to the riots on August 2nd. Rev Canon Clare McClaren, who also helped organize the festival, said they had been overwhelmed with support from people who wanted…

Big shout out and thank you to Marcus Newman who raised £300 for FODI by completing his first Great North Run. He looks fresh enough after completing 13 miles so here’s hoping he’s ready to retake the challenge next year!

On August 29th, FODI families visited Souter Lighthouse and the Leas, using the National Trust Community Pass, which FODI, amongst other groups, has been given in a scheme to make local National Trust (NT) properties available for free to charities and local communities. 26 of us travelled on an open-topped bus from Sunderland and were…