FISCUS FISCUS is a registered charity providing community advice services, community activities and crisis support services.

We also run our community building, the Coop Centre, Whitehouse Road, Hendon, Sunderland, where most of our services are based.

Grab yourself an auction bargain whilst helping a fantastic charity raise funds x
27/05/2026

Grab yourself an auction bargain whilst helping a fantastic charity raise funds x

As part of our upcoming Corporate Golf Day, we are running a Charity Auction to raise money for our foodbanks across County Durham and Sunderland πŸ’š

It costs Β£39.76 to provide just one emergency food parcel for one person for three days, and last year alone we supported approximately 22,199 people across our local communities.

That’s why every bid placed in our Charity Auction will help provide vital support to local families and individuals facing hardship.

Browse signed memorabilia, exclusive items, gifts, and more - all while helping your local community.

πŸ‘‰πŸ» Bid now by scanning our QR code or use the link below.

πŸ”— https://shorturl.at/Y7egh

Please like, share, and help us spread the word. Every bid and every share makes a difference! β›³

Thanks to the brilliant green fingered Alan Rowell and his Hendon Regenerative Culture Garden and volunteers for steppin...
22/05/2026

Thanks to the brilliant green fingered Alan Rowell and his Hendon Regenerative Culture Garden and volunteers for stepping into our Community Garden, tidying, re composting (using his home made compost), sowing and planting!
Big shout to Gary and the team at Sunderland Home Grown CIC for supplying the strawberries πŸ“The potatoes are growing amazing and i even spotted a few rogue sunflowers (our CEO's) favourite!

19/05/2026

Our CEO doesn't usually get in front of the cameras 😁 but we are happy to share news about our fantastic grant from the Mayors Opportunity Fund which is providing funding towards our Warm Spaces. We got a visit from Ben at the North East Mayoral Strategic Authority who did the lights, camera, action!

Fabulous!
19/05/2026

Fabulous!

JOB'S!!!!   JOBS!!!!  JOBS!!!!ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW CAREER?  WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR A FANTASTIC LOCAL CHARITY BA...
19/05/2026

JOB'S!!!! JOBS!!!! JOBS!!!!
ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW CAREER? WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR A FANTASTIC LOCAL CHARITY BASED IN SUNDERLAND? IF THE ANSWER IS YES, WE HAVE 3 JOB VACANCIES AVAILABLE FOR THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO JOIN OUR EXPANDING TEAM AT FISCUS! THE ROLES ARE ADVERTISED ON VONNE BUT PLEASE SEE THE LINK BELOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING OUR TEAM AS:

* Community Projects Development Worker
* Community Building & Facilities Coordinator
* Engagement & Energy Advisor

We offer competitive salaries, 6% employers pension contribution and 36 Days Annual Leave. And best of all? You get to join our fantastic FISCUS team of staff and volunteers 😍 We also have another vacancy for an Advice Worker (Food Banks) coming very soon, watch this space!

https://www.vonne.org.uk/vonne-jobs

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Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre Sunderland BME Network Citizens Advice Sunderland Bundles For Babies Sunderland baby bank Veterans In Crisis Sunderland East Sunderland Community ICOS (International Community Organisation of Sunderland) Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance Lewis Atkinson MP - Sunderland Central Sunderland Family Hubs Voluntary & Community Action Sunderland (VCAS) Morrisons Doxford Park Community Champion West Sunderland Community Active Families North East CIC Back on the Map Pallion Action Group Parker Trust Northern Gas Networks Anita Heskett-saddington Louie's County Durham and Sunderland Foodbank Betsy Jenny Counselling and Wellbeing Cafe C.I.C County Durham Community Clothing Bank/Food Pantry ShARP Shiney Row

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URGENT SHOUT OUT - CAN YOU HELP A CHILD IN NEED?          10 - 11 year old girl clothing needed TODAY ASAPToday we have ...
13/05/2026

URGENT SHOUT OUT - CAN YOU HELP A CHILD IN NEED?
10 - 11 year old girl clothing needed TODAY ASAP

Today we have an emergency delivery of new duvets, bedding, food and clothing for 4 young children aged 4, 5, 10 and 11 who have been moved to emergency accommodation and have very little clothing and essentials. FISCUS is very fortunate that we are able to provide a mixture of pre-loved and new clothing including new coats and underwear. This is all THANKS to the wonderful generosity and kindness of local people who care πŸ₯°

However, we are very low on clothing for the girl aged 10-11 clothe size. We will be delivering each child a lovely pack of clothes and bedding and toiletries and treats. But we will need to go shopping for the 10 year old girl if we cannot get some nice quality donations. We rely on small donations from our wonderful supporters and local people for our Crisis Fund but this is also very low πŸ₯² A donation of Β£5 will buy new underwear or socks, Β£10 will pay for joggers or sweatshirt or a bath towel for a child. We just think that ALL children should have what they need. If you would like to make a small donation, our Bank Details are:

FISCUS North Limited
The Cooperative Bank
Sort Code: 08-92-99
Bank Account No: 69266306

If you can help with 10-11 year old GIRLS clothing, a small cash donation or a clothing voucher please get in touch asap on 0191 5111391 or direct message us on Facebook. We also need a coat for the boy size age 11 if anyone has one in good condition they no longer need.

Why not get your child/children involved in donating their pre-loved clothing and items they no longer need? When children 'gift a bundle' it often helps them feel involved and raises awareness that some children have very little and lack the basic essentials. If you are shopping and see some PJ's or underwear (children all ages) in the sale, why not buy and donate and get your child or young person involved?

Over the years, FISCUS children of our staff members and volunteers have kindly donated their clothing and other items and have enjoyed getting involved in helping other children. Most of our children are now grown up so we need to ask for YOUR help!

Please give us a SHARE or a LIKE to help us get what we need for this lovely family and children in need. One way or another, 4 young children will receive a big pack of lovely clothing and new PJ's that have been carefully folded and packed with love and positivity, a new quilt or duvet, new bedding, towels and essentials and a treats πŸ˜πŸ§¦πŸ©²πŸ‘–πŸ‘šπŸ«βš½οΈπŸ›ŒπŸͺ…πŸ§ΈπŸ₯°###

Together for Children Active Families North East CIC East Sunderland Community Northern Gas Networks North East Combined Authority Voluntary & Community Action Sunderland (VCAS) Sunderland Voluntary Sector Alliance Morrisons Doxford Park Community Champion Veterans In Crisis Sunderland Back on the Map ShARP Shiney Row Pallion Action Group ICOS (International Community Organisation of Sunderland) Bundles For Babies Sunderland baby bank County Durham and Sunderland Foodbank Sunderland BME Network

ShARP Shiney Row are hosting a fantastic Energy Saving event today at their offices in Beatrice Terrace!   As well as ££...
14/04/2026

ShARP Shiney Row are hosting a fantastic Energy Saving event today at their offices in Beatrice Terrace! As well as ££money saving££ energy advice and kids activities, you can be in with a chance to win an air fryer or a slow cooker! Why not pop along between 10am - 12.30 today :πŸ˜ƒ

πŸ˜€Don't miss our FREE energy saving giveaway event on Tuesday 14th April 2026, 10am to 12.30pm πŸ‘

βœ… Energy Advice Drop In
βœ… FREE pizza making πŸ• limited spaces!
βœ… Win an Air Fryer in our FREE prize draw
βœ… Craft activities
βœ… Win a Slow Cooker or Hot Water Dispenser
βœ… Plus loads of energy saving giveaways

You'd be a fool to miss it!
Get yourself along to ShARP Shiney Row Centre for Warmth πŸ˜€

Give us a call to book your place on the pizza making or to find out more information on 0191 3856687 (Option 3)

Northern Gas Networks
National Energy Action
ShARP Shiney Row Shiney Things at ShARP

Today, our Energy Team visited our partner Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre  to support the ladies 50+ group w...
02/04/2026

Today, our Energy Team visited our partner Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre to support the ladies 50+ group with tailored energy advice and practical support.

Each attendee had the opportunity to receive 1 2 1 support from our Energy Advisor, helping them better understand their energy use and available support with the help of the amazing SBIC staff and volunteers translating.

We also:
β€’ Raised awareness about carbon monoxide
β€’ Helped register for the Priority Services Register
β€’ Provided advice on managing energy debt and improving energy efficiency
β€’ Offered support for prepayment meter users, including fuel vouchers
β€’ Made referrals to partner agencies and home visit booked for additional help

To further support the community, we distributed free air fryers and energy-efficient light bulbs to help reduce energy usage at home.

A great day making a real difference in the community πŸ’‘Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre

The Easter Bunny has been hopping about at FISCUS this week and been very busy delivering 100's of lovely Easter Packs, ...
02/04/2026

The Easter Bunny has been hopping about at FISCUS this week and been very busy delivering 100's of lovely Easter Packs, Treats and Chocolate Eggs to people who we think will really appreciate them! Thanks to Oaklea Convent and their women's groups' for the beautiful patchwork baby blankets, Jane Morrisons Doxford Park Community Champion for Easter Baking Moulds & Easter Treats, County Durham and Sunderland Foodbank for the hundreds of yummy chocolate eggs provided and everyone who has donated eggs (especially Jean and her family and friends!) this year!

When we give out treats at FISCUS we always try to include some useful information to let people know about the many advice and crisis services we offer. This year we were able to support so many local children who otherwise may have gone without an Easter Treat, young teenage mammies & their babies, people accessing our foodbank and women patients attending a local mental health hospital.

THANK YOU SO MUCH EVERYONE! 🍫🐣🐰

Bundles For Babies Sunderland baby bank Together for Children Veterans In Crisis Sunderland Sunderland Family Hubs Sunderland BME Network Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre ICOS (International Community Organisation of Sunderland) Sunderland Recovery College Pallion Action Group ShARP Shiney Row Northern Gas Networks Back on the Map Voluntary & Community Action Sunderland (VCAS) East Sunderland Community Active Families North East CIC Hope4All CIC

Struggling to manage your energy costs with the colder weather? Why not came along to one of our drop-in sessions to mee...
11/02/2026

Struggling to manage your energy costs with the colder weather? Why not came along to one of our drop-in sessions to meet with our dedicated energy team and see how we can support you and keep your family warm this winter!
We can support you with:
Priority Services Register,
Carbon Monoxide Advice and Alarms,
Fuel Vouchers (if you are on pre-payment meters) if you are struggling to afford to keep your house warm
Energy Efficiency Advice including Tariffs, Home Energy Checks and Energy Saving Measures,
Welfare Benefit Checks,
Income Maximisation,
Grant Applications,
Debt Solutions,
& Much More!!
We have a drop in coming up at Betsy Jenny Wellbeing Cafe, 30 Bridge Street, SR1 1TQ on Wednesday 18th February from 10am to 12pm. If you need any further support, please call FISCUS on 0191 511 1391 and ask for the energy team!πŸ’‘πŸ”‹πŸ’·β€οΈπŸ’‘πŸ”‹πŸ’·β€οΈπŸ’‘πŸ”‹πŸ’·β€οΈ

Address

Coop Centre, Whitehouse Road
Sunderland
SR28AH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5:15pm

Telephone

+447908176456

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