Home-Start Hertfordshire

12/10/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Home-Start Hertfordshire. Our services will wind down between now and the end of November 2026.

For the last 6 years, we have fought hard against an increasingly difficult economic climate, doing everything we could to keep our doors open and our services running. Despite that fight, we have made the difficult decision that it is now best to close our operations.

This was not a decision we came to lightly, and it does not reflect the passion, dedication or impact of everyone who has been part of this journey.

Together, we have supported over 4,000 families during this time, and that would not have been possible without the incredible staff who gave their all, the families who trusted us, and the supporters, donors and volunteers who stood beside us at every step.

To every single one of you: thank you. You made a real difference, and that legacy doesn't close with our doors.

With gratitude and heavy hearts, the Home-Start Hertfordshire team.

More details available here: https://home-startherts.org.uk/

13/08/2026

Our Funding & Events Manager, Liz, was delighted to be presented with a cheque from Hertford Mayor Cllr Alex Daar this morning for £2,901.50.

Events such as Rock at the Castle not only enable us to raise funds, but importantly raise awareness of the support we offer too...

Big thanks to everyone at Hertford Town Council for hosting such a fabulous event.

On 2nd August, Hertford Town Council welcomed thousands into the spectacular grounds of Hertford Castle for its annual, free community event, Rock at the Castle.

Hertford Town Council would like to sincerely thank Hertford’s residents and visitors for their incredible generosity. The donations kindly made at Rock at the Castle 2026 totalled an amazing £2,901.50, which goes to this year’s chosen charity beneficiary - Home-Start Hertfordshire.

The Hertford Mayor, Councillor Alex Daar, was delighted to present a cheque on behalf of the Council, to Liz Le Coze, Funding and Events Manager at Home-Start Hertfordshire earlier today. To find out more see: https://ow.ly/fTlK50Zznbp

13/08/2026

Could you spare 2-3 hours a week?

We are looking for caring, compassionate people to support local families who are struggling.

To get you started, we provide FREE e-learning training along with two in-person sessions to prepare you for your new journey as a volunteer.

Our next in-person session starts in September - and we’d love for you to join us!

👉 Get in touch with us today and help change a family’s future.
Email [email protected]

12/08/2026

𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐭! Save the date for our Carnival G𝐚𝐥𝐚 𝐃𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 and help support local families.

Could you make even more 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 for families in Hertfordshire? Show your support by sponsoring our gala dinner – a fantastic way to gain visibility at this prestigious event.
Book your tickets and sponsorship package today!

➡️ Email: [email protected]

10/08/2026

We are delighted to be in the customer vote for a Tesco Fruit & Veg grants at Tesco Hertford Superstore! This is a scheme which gives community projects like us grants of up to £1,500.

When you shop in Tesco Hertford Superstore from now until November you will be able to vote for Home-Start Herts. All funds raised will support our Hertford Family Group

Please support us next time you shop at Tesco!

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06/08/2026

Join Team Home-Start Herts on the Great Big Walk for Herts! 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Join us on Saturday 26 September for a 13-mile walk through the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, starting and finishing at Shenley Tea Rooms. 🌳☀️

💷 Registration: £15
🎯 Fundraising target: £150

✨ All funds raised are eligible for matched funding from Helping Herts

💛 Every step you take will help Home-Start Herts support vulnerable families who are struggling, so they can give their children the best start in life.

🤝 A great way to network, get your steps in, and be part of a county-wide event, bringing the whole community together and creating a BIG impact.

👟 Join Team Home-Start Herts today: https://www.helpingherts.com/events/greatbigwalkforherts and select the Shenley route.

03/08/2026

Big thanks to Specsavers in Waltham Cross who hosted a teddy tombola in store, raising £174.79 for Home-Start Herts. We are thrilled to have their support which will help local families going through difficult times.

If you could host a fundraiser within your workplace please get in touch: www.home-startherts.org.uk

31/07/2026

FINAL SHOUT OUT!!!
We are still in need of volunteers to help collect donations at this year’s Rock at the Castle in Hertford – THIS SUNDAY!
In particular, we need helpers for the end of the event, from 6-8pm.
If you are able to help, even for just one hour, please comment here or drop an email to [email protected]

Thank you

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27/07/2026

We can't wait for Rock at the Castle on Sunday!

We're still seeking volunteers to help collect donations at the event. If you could spare a couple of hours please drop Liz a line on [email protected]

22/07/2026

We are super proud of Natali Asrani who jumped out of a plane in aid of Home-Start Herts recently!

“It was incredible…” Natali shared, when we asked her how it was!

Well done Natali and thank you for supporting Home-Start Herts with your skydive. The skydive was organised in conjunction with Helping Herts who are kindly doubling all funds raised.

Could you take on a challenge in aid of Home-Start Herts? The next challenge we are taking on is the Great Big Walk for Herts.

Get in touch to find out more!