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Exeter Community Initiatives

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Exeter Community Initiatives

We are a local charity, proudly supporting individuals and strengthening communities across the Exeter area.

Our mission is to foster a vibrant, connected community where everyone feels included, valued, and empowered to lead happy, healthy lives.

17/06/2026

🎉 BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN! 🎉

The wait is almost over... Custard Town opens its doors on 2nd July at Guildhall Shopping Exeter, and you can now book your adventure!

Designed for children aged 0–6 years, Custard Town is a safe, welcoming and imaginative play space where little ones can explore, create and play while families make memories together.

🌟 Inclusive play
🌟 Sensory experiences
🌟 Dedicated SEN sessions
🌟 Affordable family fun
🌟 A welcoming space for everyone

From creative play and sensory activities to teddy bears' picnics, discos and special events, there's always something exciting happening at Custard Town.

🎟️ Spaces are limited, so book now to secure your preferred session.

📅 Opening: 2nd July
📍 Guildhall Shopping Exeter

👉 Book here: https://www.eci.org.uk/book-custard-town or link is in bio.

16/06/2026

💰 Make Your Money Go Further — Free Online Workshops! 💻✨

Join our 3-week course designed to help you maximise your income, cut your bills, and become a savvy saver. 💡

Learn practical ways to reduce financial stress, stretch your money further, and boost your wellbeing — all from the comfort of your own home! 🏡

📅 When: Wednesday 7th, 14th and 21st July 2026
🕡 Time: 1:30pm – 3.00pm
📍 Where: Online via Zoom

🎟️ Book your place here: https://exetercommunityinitiatives.beaconforms.com/form/e2f98faa

11/06/2026

💼 Looking to get back into work, volunteering, or learning — but not sure where to start?

Whether you've been out of action for a while, want a fresh start, or just want to use your time in a more fulfilling way, this 3-part course is for you!

The course is taking place: Wednesday 8th, 15th, 22nd July 1.30pm-4.00pm

Location: Nelson Mandela Room, The Mint Methodist Church, Fore Street, Exeter EX4 3AT

🎟️ Book your place here: https://exetercommunityinitiatives.beaconforms.com/form/58426c03

We’ll help you:
✨ Explore your strengths, interests & personality
🔍 Discover roles that actually suit you
📝 Learn how to find opportunities, apply, and handle interviews
🧠 Understand your learning style & build confidence

09/06/2026

💬 Ever witnessed something that didn’t feel right… but weren’t sure how to respond?

This is an engaging and practical Bystander Training Workshop delivered by University of Exeter as part of their Exe-Change the Norm programme.

Delivered by as part of the Exe-Change the Norm programme, this interactive session will explore:

✨ The bystander approach
✨ Microaggressions & inequality
✨ Barriers to speaking up
✨ Positive intervention tools
✨ Real-life practice scenarios

📅 Wed 24th June
⏰ 10am – 12:30pm
📍 Exeter Innovation Hub, Princesshay, Exeter

Together, we can help create safer, more inclusive communities 💛

👉 Booking essential:

06/06/2026

It’s just helping out… right? ❤️

Or maybe it’s making new friends, building confidence, feeling connected and becoming part of your community.

Volunteering can be as little or as much as suits you — and every small act makes a difference.

Explore how you can get involved with: https://www.eci.org.uk/support-us/volunteer

04/06/2026

🧡5 things nobody tells you about volunteering

1️⃣ You’ll gain confidence
Sometimes all it takes is showing up once.

2️⃣ You’ll meet incredible people
Volunteering brings together people who genuinely care.

3️⃣ You’ll feel more connected
To your community. To others. To something bigger than yourself.

4️⃣ Small actions matter
An hour of your time could completely change someone’s day.

5️⃣ You’ll probably get more than you give
Purpose. Friendships. Perspective. Joy.

🧡Volunteering isn’t about being perfect or having loads of spare time.
It’s simply about showing up when it matters.

Thinking about volunteering?
This is your sign 💛

DM us “VOLUNTEER” to get involved with Exeter Community Initiatives.

02/06/2026

🧡Not everyone can give money.
But many people can give kindness, time, encouragement, or support.

At Exeter Community Initiatives, volunteers help create real change across our community — and even a small contribution matters.

Whether you have one hour a month or want to get more involved, we’d love to hear from you ❤️

Comment “VOLUNTEER” or send us a DM.

28/05/2026

💭 Does anxiety stop you doing the things you want to do?

Our Feel the Fear course is designed to help you better understand anxiety and build practical tools to manage it. Across 3 supportive weekly workshops, we’ll explore:

✨ The science behind anxiety
✨ Fight / flight / freeze responses
✨ Identifying personal triggers
✨ Practical coping strategies
✨ Gradual ways to face fears with confidence

📅 Thurs 2nd, 9th & 16th July
⏰ 1pm – 4pm
📍 St John’s Court, St John’s Road, Exmouth EX8 4DD

💛 Adults only | Free course | Booking essential

👉 Book your place here: https://exetercommunityinitiatives.beaconforms.com/form/f7a3f48b

Address

148 – 149 Fore Street
Exeter
EX43AN

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441392205800

Website

http://www.eci.org.uk/

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