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Reza’s search for much-needed assistance led him to Mustard Tree. After countless unsuccessful attempts to find support, he turned to a trusted friend who recommended the charity as a potential solution. Reza decided to approach the Mustard Tree to seek…
Events – be they sporting, artsy, or baked-bean-baths – help keep Mustard Tree running, our services operating, and over 10,000 people a month supported. As part of our Give Back campaign, we want to celebrate and highlight our brilliant community…
Anthony came to Mustard Tree after facing many obstacles in his life, including ill-health, bereavement, and homelessness. His experiences had left him lacking in confidence. Anthony joined The Freedom Project, with two goals; to help other people and to get…
*Name has been changed and stock photo used to protect identity Farah* moved to the UK to seek asylum and start a new life in Manchester. Originally from Iran, Farah had an education and had many jobs in her home…
Ahmed’s name has been changed and a stock image used to protect identity Ahmed arrived in the Manchester in 2021, knowing very little about the city and without many connections. He enrolled in Mustard Tree’s Freedom Project, hoping to build…
When James joined Mustard Tree he had been out of work for a number of years and wanted to gain confidence and work-ready skills. James was an existing client of Mustard Tree’s and found out about the Freedom Project during…
Trisha* came to Mustard Tree in severe financial hardship. She worked in care for most of her adult life but, due to ongoing and intense physical pain, she needed to go on long term sick leave. Trisha received £411.51 per…
Julita* first came to Mustard Tree to get support around employment and to learn new skills. This is an account of how Mustard Tree creates opportunity for anyone looking to make a positive change. “I felt useless and wanted to…
Katie joined Mustard Tree’s life-skills and employability training placement ‘Freedom’ after a period of homelessness caused by multiple factors. “I was in a major depressive state” Katie* has bipolar disorder and has had problems with mental health in the…
Soulemann has been living in the UK since 2012, after fleeing persecution in his home country. He came to Mustard Tree to pursue his dream of owning his own business. “Because I live with my partner, I lost all…