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…
I’m a ‘Friend of’ Mustard Tree at the Eccles hub, (I’m Eccles born and bred!), which means mentoring new Friends of and Freedom volunteers – and anyone who needs help. I volunteer in the Community Shop and Food Club and…
Bruce first came to Mustard Tree in March 2022 to visit the Street Engagement Hub about accommodation. Bruce says his first trip to Mustard Tree gave him much more than he expected… Bruce was sleeping rough when he visited Mustard…
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…
Alex came to Mustard Tree to build his confidence and explore his love of cooking. Alex is neurodivergent and has learning difficulties and hadn’t had a paid job before – he was looking to gain experience and a new sense…
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…
George* came to Mustard Tree extremely distressed and anxious due to his financial circumstances. He was in arrears, close to £29,000, and as they went unpaid each passing month they were getting higher and higher. George, who relied solely on…
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…