Dgma Dumfries

13/06/2026

This is happening all over the town today!

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

We recognise and greatly appreciate the support, dedication, and hard work of all our volunteers who contribute to DGMA’s activities. Through initiatives such as the Surplus Food Share programme, ESOL classes, Football competitions, community events, and skills development opportunities, you help us provide an excellent service to the wider community.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to each and every one of you for your continued support, commitment, and trust in DGMA. Your contribution makes a real difference, and we look forward to working together to continue strengthening and supporting our community.

Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway Dumfries Partnership Action Group Dumfries Town Board Dumfries and Galloway Council Active Communities Dumfries and Galloway Lifelong Learning, Dumfries & Galloway Council D&G Climate Hub Youth Work D&G

04/06/2026

Today, we celebrated Cultural Diversity Day and learned about Eid Al Adha, bringing people together to recognise and appreciate the richness of our diverse community. One of the women’s group members spoke to the audience about the importance of togetherness, highlighting how cultural diversity encourages us to share our values, learn from one another, and strengthen both community and family bonds. The celebration reflected the spirit of unity, respect, and inclusion, while helping us gain a deeper understanding of the significance of Eid Al Adha during this special time.

We had a lovely pot luck meal from the members of the communities.

Finally, we tried the taster session of Mandala Wellbeing by Sherima.

We thank everyone for attending.

03/06/2026

03/06/2026

We’re teaming up with other Registered Social Landlords across Dumfries and Galloway to bring you a fun-filled family day at the Crichton in Dumfries on Wednesday, 15 July. 🎉

Come along and enjoy the day - and don’t forget to stop by the Wheatley and Homes4D&G stall for a chat with the team.

Register your attendance 👉 https://ow.ly/p99950Z59aC

29/05/2026

We are keen to hear your thoughts on the new-build housing proposals for the site at the former Max High school in Lochside.

Share your thoughts in our survey 👉 https://ow.ly/zuJg50Z58jV

29/05/2026

Congratulations to Pa on becoming a new citizen! Wishing you happiness, success, and many wonderful opportunities in this new chapter.

25/05/2026

🌍 Reducing Food Waste, Supporting Our Communities 💚

Our Surplus Food Share Service is about more than just food, it’s about people, community, and making a real difference together.

Every day, perfectly good food goes to waste while many individuals and families struggle. Through this project, we help rescue surplus food and reducing waste and supporting our local communities at the same time.

Our surplus food share opens every Saturday and Monday from 12:30 onwards until the last piece of bread.

A huge thank you goes to our incredible volunteers who go out of their way to make this possible. Their dedication, kindness, and hard work help keep this project running and ensure support reaches so many people.

Together, we are:�✅ Reducing food waste�✅ Helping local people and families�✅ Supporting a greener future�✅ Strengthening our communities
Thank you to everyone who supports, volunteers, donates, and shares our vision. Every contribution makes a difference. 💚

Here are what some of the people are saying:

“Excellent idea to share food and to reduce food waste.”

“It’s a great way for pensioners to eke out their pensions, make it go further, so they don’t have to decide eat or heat.”

“I like to come to the food shelves as it reduces food waste, I take the food that’s suitable for my diet needs because I am diabetic, I take what I need because I think there are more people there needing more than me.”

“The amount of time I spent on studying, I don’t have too much time to work as much as I would like to work and being able pay for my food. I am very grateful for this surplus food service to be made available, it helps me to avoid going into debt, and I like to help reduce food waste too.”

“It helps out the communities, it worth daeing!”

“Because you are allowing everyone, there is no stigma attached using it, where if someone access a food bank, there is! Here is anyone can use it, so there is no stigma for anyone using it, and it reduce food waste why not!”



D&G Climate Hub Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway Dumfries and Galloway Council Lifelong Learning, Dumfries & Galloway Council DG Chamber Dumfries & Galloway Life Active Communities Dumfries & Galloway NHS Dumfries & Galloway Incredible Edible Dumfries