Sunrise Multicultural Project

03/06/2026

Yesterday at Boys’ Youth Club, we were delighted to welcome Zahid and Rashmi from who delivered an engaging and thought-provoking workshop with our older youth boys.

The session encouraged open and honest discussions around misogyny, sexism, gender-based discrimination, respect, and healthy relationships.

Our young people were highly engaged throughout, sharing their thoughts, asking questions, and reflecting on how their words and actions can positively impact those around them.

Creating safe spaces where young people can explore important social issues, challenge harmful attitudes, and develop empathy and respect for others is a vital part of helping them grow into confident, responsible adults.

A huge thank you to Zahid and Rashmi for facilitating such an important and meaningful conversation, and to our boys for their maturity, participation, and willingness to engage with the topic.

Together, we can help build a future based on respect, equality, kindness, and understanding.

28/05/2026

A fantastic event, enjoyed by all.

OCF brings together grantees and funders for shared learning 🫶

Our innovative Thriving in Nature Fund, now in its third year, gave us the opportunity to bring together grantees and funders from the previous two grants rounds for a day of learning, discussion and connection.

In the beautiful setting of Asthall Manor representatives of charitable organisations shared how funding is being used, how projects are developing over time, and the changes they are seeing in the people they support.

Shabnam from Sunrise Multicultural Project in Banbury shared:

🗣️ “Our outdoor trips have been a key highlight. We had a visit to Wendover Woods which brought together 48 participants. For many of those people, it’s basically the first time they’ve ever accessed that sort of natural outdoor space.”

We also heard from funders - individuals, trusts and businesses - about why they chose to support the Thriving in Nature Fund. As well as a donor into the fund, we are hugely grateful to RWK Goodman for sponsoring the event.

➡️ Read the latest progress report to find out about the work of grassroots organisations funded in 2024 and 2025 - https://buff.ly/3F686Lc

28/05/2026

🌸 Tai Chi at Sunrise 🌸

Take some time for yourself this summer and join us for our relaxing Tai Chi sessions for women at Bridge Street Community Garden. 🧘‍♀️🌿

These gentle sessions with Adam are a wonderful opportunity to unwind, improve wellbeing, connect with others and enjoy movement in a calm outdoor setting. All sessions are free.

No experience needed just wear comfortable clothing and come along! ✨

📍 Bridge Street Garden, Banbury
🗓 Sessions running throughout June & July
⏰ 10:30am – 11:30am

⚠️ Limited spaces available
📞 To book call: 01295 701728

A huge thank you to our funders, the Oxfordshire Community Foundation, for supporting wellbeing opportunities for local women in our community. 💚

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌸

24/05/2026

🎉 Here’s a sneak peek into our amazing birthday party today as we proudly celebrate 30 years of community impact! 💛✨

What a truly special day filled with smiles, laughter, memories, music, delicious food, and the most incredible people who have all been part of Sunrise’s journey. 🌍💫

For 30 years, Sunrise Multicultural Project has been at the heart of our community, supporting children, families, older people, refugees, asylum seekers, and individuals facing challenges, while creating spaces where everyone feels welcome, valued, and connected. 🧡

Today was all about celebrating that legacy and the wonderful staff, volunteers, trustees, partners, funders, and community members who have helped make it all possible. 🫶

🎥 Keep your eyes peeled for our next video to see more of what we got up to today… you won’t want to miss it! 👀✨

Ce

17/05/2026

🌿✨ Thriving in Nature – Workshop 8 ✨🌿

What a beautiful afternoon at Bridge Street Community Garden for our latest Thriving in Nature session! 🌱💚

Over 35 participants joined us for a relaxed and creative afternoon exploring moss, soil and growth, getting hands-on with inspiring nature crafts, enjoying refreshments, fresh air and meaningful time together in a welcoming community space. 🍃🌼

These sessions are about so much more than crafting, they provide an opportunity for families, children and adults to connect with nature, improve wellbeing, reduce isolation and simply enjoy being together in a safe and uplifting environment. 🌞

A very special thank you to Tila for once again delivering such a creative, inspiring and engaging session, your passion always shines through and makes each workshop so special 💚✨

And a heartfelt thank you to our amazing funders Oxfordshire Community Foundation. Your support makes these wonderful opportunities possible for our community. Without your funding, sessions like these simply wouldn’t happen, and we are incredibly grateful for your continued belief in our work. 🙏🌿

📍 Look out for our next Thriving in Nature session, coming soon! Watch the video and hear directly from beneficiaries who attended today! We can’t wait to welcome you all back!

13/05/2026

🌿 Spend the day with us! ☀️🌧️

Today, we were delighted to step away from the office and spend the day in the beautiful grounds of Asthall Manor, Burford, enjoying moments of sunshine between the heavy showers! 🌸🌳

A huge thank you to the Oxfordshire Community Foundation for inviting us to such a special day alongside other inspiring charities, funders and community organisations. It was a real privilege to connect, reflect and celebrate the incredible impact being made across Oxfordshire. 💚

We were especially honoured to be selected to speak on the panel in conversation with Zoe Sprigings, CEO of Oxfordshire Community Foundationn, sharing the impact Sunrise Multicultural Project is making in our local community, made possible through the generosity and belief of funders who continue to champion grassroots organisations like ours.

A heartfelt thank you to the Thriving in Nature Fund, which has enabled us to deliver meaningful outdoor workshops, community trips, and exercise opportunities that improve wellbeing, reduce isolation, and help local families connect with nature in ways that may otherwise not be accessible. 🌿✨
Special thanks to for collaborating with us.

Days like today remind us just how powerful collaboration, community, and investment in grassroots work can be.

💚 Join us this Sunday 17th May | 2pm–4pm
📍 Bridge Street Community Garden
🌼 Our next Thriving in Nature workshop is taking place and we’d love to see you there!

11/05/2026

🌿✨ THRIVING IN NATURE IS BACK! ✨🌿

Join us for another beautiful free Thriving in Nature session with Sunrise Multicultural Project! 🍃💚 this Sunday!

This month’s theme is Moss, Soil & Growth 🌱 – a relaxed and creative afternoon where we’ll be getting hands-on with nature crafts, connecting with others, and enjoying time outdoors in a welcoming community space.

🗓 Sunday 17th May
⏰ 2:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Bridge Street Community Garden, Banbury, OX16 5QF

🌼 What to expect:
✨ Nature-inspired creative activities
✨ All materials provided
✨ Free refreshments
✨ A calm, welcoming space to connect and unwind
✨ Children welcome (with an accompanying adult)
✨ Open to everyone in our community

Whether you’re looking to try something new, spend quality time with family, meet new people, or simply enjoy a peaceful afternoon surrounded by nature, we’d love to welcome you 💚

A huge thank you to Oxfordshire Community Foundation and our wonderful partners Bridge Street Community Garden for helping make these sessions possible 🌿🤝

📩 DM us for more information or just come along!