Horsham community cafe receives £1,600 from Freemasons

The Lodge, which has met in Denne Road, Horsham for many years and whose members are drawn mainly, but not exclusively, from aviation, raised £1,600 to support the charity and its community work at the cafe.

Current Master of the Lodge Ray Collins said: “We were able to support Horsham Matters by paying for and delivering hot meals to the vulnerable during the pandemic and I'm delighted that in these tough times we've once again been able to support our Horsham community through our donation toward the important work of the Connecting Cafe."

Horsham Matters Fundraising Officer Paula Daly said the Connecting Café was providing a valuable service when increasing numbers of people were struggling. “As the cost-of-living crisis has deepened, members of our community and foodbank clients have reported that they aren't able to afford fresh food on a regular basis so the cafe offers an opportunity to receive nutritious fresh food, in a warm space. It’s also a great social event where those of all ages and backgrounds can come together.”

The café is held from 11.30am – 1.30pm every Tuesday. The Easter sessions will include children’s crafts and activities and meals.