Giving Back in 2025: Organisations We’ve Supported
Published 22 Dec 2025
Giving Back in 2025
Throughout 2025, Thorne & Derrick proudly supported charities, community groups and voluntary organisations across our region.
These organisations play an important role in helping local people. For example, they provide youth activities, wellbeing programmes, sports facilities and essential community services.
Our donations helped fund practical improvements and important projects. In addition, they supported organisations working to reduce isolation and improve opportunities for local residents.
We continue to admire the dedication of the volunteers, staff and community leaders behind these initiatives.
Below, we recognise the 32 organisations we supported during 2025 and explain how their projects benefited local communities.
Supporting Community Buildings and Local Services
Community buildings provide places for people to meet, learn and access support.
However, many organisations face rising maintenance and operating costs. Therefore, practical funding can help them keep essential services running.
Alington House Community Association
Alington House Community Association provides a welcoming space for local residents. The building hosts activities, community groups and essential services.
Our funding helped cover important roof repairs. As a result, the association could prevent further water damage and protect the building for future use.
Endeavour Woodcrafts CIC
Endeavour Woodcrafts CIC helps vulnerable individuals develop practical skills. Its activities also provide a safe and supportive environment.
Our donation contributed towards high-security roller shutters. Consequently, the organisation could improve site security and protect the facilities needed for its work.
Shildon Methodist Church
Shildon Methodist Church supports the community through events, activities and local services.
Our funding helped renew the community hall roof. This work protects the building and helps ensure local groups can continue using the facilities.
Pelton Community Association
Pelton Community Association provides facilities for youth activities and wider community support.
Our donation contributed to a major youth centre kitchen refurbishment. As a result, the centre could improve safety, efficiency and opportunities for practical life-skills learning.
South Stanley Partnership
South Stanley Partnership helps residents through advice, activities and community projects.
Following a loss of income, the organisation needed support with its operating costs. Therefore, our funding helped maintain essential services for local people.
South Moor Methodist Church
South Moor Methodist Church provides a community space for events, activities and support services.
Our contribution helped fund roof repairs. Consequently, the building can continue offering a safe, warm and accessible environment for residents.
Coxhoe Village Hall Association
Coxhoe Village Hall Association provides an inclusive space for community activities and support services.
Our funding helped cover staffing, energy and activity costs. In particular, this support helped maintain access for older people and residents with disabilities.
Medomsley Parochial Church Council
Medomsley Parochial Church Council supports community activities, events and local services.
Our donation helped sustain the church’s role as a community hub. As a result, local residents could continue accessing shared spaces and support.
Burnhope Community Centre
Burnhope Community Centre provides facilities for activities, community groups and local services.
Our funding contributed towards essential running costs. Therefore, the centre could continue providing an important meeting place for local residents.
Wheatley Hill Community Association
Wheatley Hill Community Association supports residents through community activities and essential local services.
Our donation provided core funding to help sustain its programmes. In addition, it supported the organisation’s continuing work within the community.
Helping Young People Through Sport and Activities
Sport and youth activities offer more than physical exercise. They also help young people build confidence, friendships and practical skills.
For this reason, we supported several organisations that create opportunities for children, teenagers and adults.
Darlington Football Club Foundation CIO
Darlington Football Club Foundation CIO uses football to promote health, inclusion and positive life skills.
Our donation supported weekly community football sessions. The funding covered coaching, equipment, pitch hire and an end-of-season awards event.
As a result, participants could enjoy regular activities and celebrate their achievements.
Consett & District Cricket Club
Consett & District Cricket Club brings people together through cricket. The club supports both junior and adult players.
Our contribution helped purchase new cricket sightscreens. These improve visibility, safety and playing conditions for members.
Pelton Fell Community Partnership
Pelton Fell Community Partnership works to improve opportunities for local residents, particularly young people.
Our donation helped launch a new Friday night youth club. As a result, young people gained access to a safe, structured environment with positive activities and support.
Burnmoor Cricket Lawn Tennis Club & Institute
Burnmoor Cricket Lawn Tennis Club & Institute provides opportunities for sport and social activities.
Our funding helped purchase essential grounds maintenance equipment and new seating. Consequently, the club could improve its facilities, comfort and accessibility.
Durham Association Boys & Girls Clubs
Durham Association Boys & Girls Clubs supports young people through organised activities and personal development opportunities.
Our donation contributed to a major wellbeing programme for more than 350 young people.
The programme included sport, outdoor learning and residential experiences. In addition, it encouraged confidence, teamwork and personal growth.
Sedgefield Out of School Fun Club
Sedgefield Out of School Fun Club provides inclusive childcare and play opportunities for children and families.
Our funding supported the construction of an outdoor canopy. As a result, children could enjoy outdoor activities throughout the year.
Furthermore, the improved facilities support children with additional needs.
Chester-le-Street Amateur Rowing Club
Chester-le-Street Amateur Rowing Club promotes fitness, teamwork and discipline through rowing.
Our donation helped purchase specialist fitness equipment for a new training space.
Consequently, both junior and adult athletes could benefit from improved training facilities.
Muscletone Gym and Fitness CIC
Muscletone Gym and Fitness CIC supports young people through exercise, mentoring and positive role models.
Our funding supported the Gym Heroes programme. It combined fitness sessions with mental health support and practical guidance.
In addition, the activities encouraged confidence and personal development.
Barnard Castle Football Club
Barnard Castle Football Club plays an important role in local sport and volunteering.
Our donation helped cover operating costs, equipment and volunteer support. As a result, the club could strengthen its long-term sustainability and continue serving the community.
Improving Mental Health and Community Wellbeing
Community wellbeing is about connection, confidence and access to support.
However, many people experience isolation or face barriers to joining activities.
Therefore, we supported organisations offering practical programmes that help people improve their wellbeing and build stronger connections.
Sacriston Community Association
Sacriston Community Association supports older and vulnerable residents.
Its work aims to reduce isolation and improve quality of life. For example, it provides outreach, befriending and transport support.
Our donation helped expand these services. Consequently, the association could reach more residents who needed assistance.
The Allotment Project CIC
The Allotment Project CIC promotes mental health and wellbeing through community gardening.
Our funding supported an allotment-based wellbeing programme. Participants could enjoy physical activity, social interaction and shared learning.
In addition, the programme encouraged skill-sharing and community meals in a supportive setting.
Framwellgate Moor Youth & Community Association
Framwellgate Moor Youth & Community Association provides activities that improve wellbeing and community participation.
Our contribution helped continue the Wellbeing Tuesdays programme.
The funding covered staffing, specialist instructors, materials and safe use of the facilities. As a result, the association could maintain its regular activities.
Wellbeing 4 Men CIC
Wellbeing 4 Men CIC helps boys and young men through education, discussion and practical wellbeing activities.
Our funding supported a structured programme covering mental health, identity, resilience and positive masculinity.
Furthermore, the programme encouraged open conversations and personal development.
Dare North East CIC
Dare North East CIC uses dance and social learning to support adults with mental health needs.
Our contribution funded a year-long ballroom dance and social skills programme.
As a result, participants could develop confidence, build relationships and improve their wellbeing through regular activities.
Live Well North East CIO
Live Well North East CIO provides support for individuals and families through physical activity and wellbeing services.
Our donation supported weekly sessions across North Durham.
These combined exercise, mental wellbeing activities and family support. In addition, they helped participants access regular community-based services.
Edenhill People Centre
Edenhill People Centre provides welcoming activities that help reduce social isolation.
Our funding supported arts, crafts and community meal sessions.
Consequently, local residents could enjoy regular opportunities for social interaction, creativity and improved wellbeing.
Stronger Together
Stronger Together helps communities develop local support networks and peer-led groups.
Our contribution supported a part-time Project Officer role.
As a result, the organisation could strengthen planning, coordination and delivery of community activities.
The Just Love Project
The Just Love Project focuses on strengthening relationships and supporting personal wellbeing.
Our funding supported targeted work with individuals and communities.
In addition, the project encouraged healthier relationships and more resilient community connections.
Supporting Arts, Learning and Cultural Activities
Arts and education help communities share experiences and develop new skills.
Furthermore, cultural programmes can bring people together and create opportunities for participation.
Durham Fringe CIC
Durham Fringe CIC organises an annual arts festival that supports local performers and creative talent.
Our donation contributed to volunteer subsistence, skills development and artist progression.
As a result, the funding supported activities connected to the Durham Fringe Festival.
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens delivers cultural, heritage and community activities.
Our donation supported initiatives linked to the Summer of Stories programme and the Festival of Books.
Consequently, more people could access cultural experiences and participate in heritage activities.
North East Dance CIC
North East Dance CIC supports young people through dance, creative movement and mentoring.
Our funding helped deliver a year-long programme for boys and young men.
The activities combined dance, fitness and mentoring. In addition, they encouraged confidence and a positive sense of identity.
Learning Library
Learning Library provides outreach education and community learning opportunities.
Our donation helped cover essential staffing, vehicle use and outreach costs.
As a result, the organisation could continue delivering educational activities across the community.
Looking Ahead – Continuing Our Community Support
The projects we supported in 2025 show the important work taking place across our local communities.
From youth clubs and sports teams to community buildings and wellbeing programmes, each organisation makes a valuable contribution.
Our donations helped provide practical equipment, maintain essential facilities and fund activities. More importantly, they supported the people who rely on these services.
We are grateful to the staff, volunteers and community leaders who dedicate their time to making a difference.
Furthermore, we look forward to continuing our support for community initiatives in the future.
About Thorne & Derrick International
Thorne & Derrick International are UK-based specialist distributors of electrical equipment and cable accessories.
We supply LV, MV and HV cable accessories and tooling for electrical systems from 600V to 132kV.
In addition, our product range includes ATEX and IECEx-certified hazardous area electrical equipment.
These products support power distribution, heating and lighting applications across demanding industrial environments.
Supporting Critical Infrastructure
Thorne & Derrick support projects across several industries.
For example, our customers operate in:
- Power transmission and distribution.
- Utilities and electrical infrastructure.
- Rail and transport.
- Construction and engineering.
- Oil and gas.
- Marine and offshore industries.
- Industrial process environments.
With over 40 years of industry experience, we provide specialist products, technical support and tailored solutions.
Furthermore, we help customers select equipment for the installation, operation and maintenance of electrical infrastructure.
Alongside this work, supporting our local communities remains important to us.
