“The Little Onion Club” is based in Washington, Tyne & Wear. Established in 2017, they are run by a dedicated group of volunteer members for the benefit of children and adults of all ages. The club provide gardening activities and workshops for children hosted at local elderly care homes, organise market stalls plus fun events for families and run gardening team building days. Groups include preschool toddlers and children between 3 and 16 along with parents and carers.

Local Freemasons Rob Donmall and Malcolm Pickering were invited to attend a packed club annual presentation ceremony where 40 children & adults alike were honoured with Certificates, Medals and Trophy’s awarded for achievements and voluntary services to the club.

Chief Executive Officer Vicky Calder thanked Durham Benevolence for a £1,000 Community Support Grant awarded and was pleased to receive a certificate highlighting the grant.