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Highlights and Happenings





Igniting Potential: How the SPARKS Project is Transforming Lives in Gloucester

Building More Than Woodwork: How Our Men’s Shed Transforms Lives

Standing Together: Why Gloucestershire Needs A Permanent Support Hub for Veterans and Armed Forces Families
In the heart of Gloucestershire, where military history runs deep—from the Glorious Glosters to the NATO HQ at Imjin Barracks—there lies a community of veterans and armed forces f...

Pathway to Progress: How Funding is Transforming Our Gardens and Community
Following on from my last blog and the importance of funding, the pathways in the Matson Rose Garden had been neglected for numerous years and the cost to deal with overg...

Mandy's march to helping veterans
Hi everyone, My name is Mandy Bartlett and I would like to share my journey with you and how I started at GL Communities. I started my work through a project called ESHO (Employment & Ski...

From Seeds to Sponsors: How The Phoenix Gardening Group Grows Green

My Journey from GL Communities to Leading Digital Inclusion in Matson
Hello everyone! My name is Craig Mayo, and I am excited to share my journey with you. From joining GL Communities to becoming a lead in delivering digital inclusion in Matson, my path has...

The Matson Rose Garden 2023 - The Beginning
The Rose Garden in Matson, Gloucester, is a public park in the heart of Matson that services the local community, sadly due to neglect, it has had a period of becoming overgrown due to a la...

Digital Inclusion for Veterans in Gloucestershire: Bridging the Divide
Digital inclusion is crucial in today's interconnected world, ensuring everyone has access to the digital tools and resources necessary for full participation in society. For veterans in G...