About Us

Give, Gain, Grow is a local community group - it began life when it was originally formed by Gosport Voluntary Action in 1998. Since then, the group is now self-sufficient and has a number of regular voluntary members and are managed by a committee of volunteers. 

Give, Gain, Grow are aspiring to be a Neurodiverse-inclusive volunteer involving community group.

 ...but wait - What does 'Neurodiverse-inclusive' mean?
This means we are able to support those with different learning needs. This includes individuals with dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism and ADHD.

Our main Aim:
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To help any member of the the community including vulnerable adults; those with disabilities, learning differences and/or mental health issues to meet in a safe, social and relaxed communal space allowing them to take part in various activities such as allotment gardening and other things members may find therapeutic and positive which can aid to their overall sense of well-being.

We run a friendly, lively and inclusive gardening group at our allotment at Rowner Allotment site, just off Green Crescent in Gosport on weekday mornings / afternoons - gardening can to be a therapeutic way to help your overall sense of calm and well-being.

  ... However, don't take our word for it though, meet two of our very own volunteers...

 Meet Kerry (right) and Ian (left), pictured below - they both tell us in their own words, why they volunteer with Give, Gain, Grow:

Give, Gain, Grow volunteer - Kerry: I Volunteer because...

Kerry volunteers because:

    - He enjoys it
    - He likes planting, watering and tidying up.
    - He likes to see his friends
    - He likes working with Chris! (~ Chris was the previous Chair)

Give, Gain, Grow volunteer - Ian: I Volunteer because...

Ian, Give, Gain, Grow Treasurer volunteers because:
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    - It gives him personal satisfaction
    - He likes to try and make a difference
    - A challenge as sometimes it may be and a new area for me to learn from and gain fundraising skills.