We have a wide range of projects that depend entirely upon voluntary income, and from a donor's point of view, offer an opportunity to support an area of our work that is of particular interest.

See below for the projects we are currently seeking funding for, from trusts and foundations as well as individual donors.

If you are interested in donating to any of our projects, or to find out more please email us at [email protected]

Garden makeovers for care home residents

We have several residential care homes situated in a variety of locations across Kent and Sussex. These are homes for people who have learning disabilities, including people with behaviours of concern and physical disabilities. We plan to improve the outdoor space ensuring that this is accessible to all in some of our homes. We need to keep pace with the changing needs of our residents as they age and mobility becomes more problematic, ensuring that all residents can enjoy their garden spaces.

Being outside in the fresh air, surrounded by plants and sensory items has been an enormous help to the people in our care during lockdown periods and we would like to enhance these existing areas. In addition to the hard landscaping that is needed, we want to install a variety of new sensory items and fragrant planting.

We strongly believe this project can help in decreasing behaviours that challenge and encourage improved relationships between residents. Both residents and staff will be involved in the design of their improved spaces, ensuring that their wishes are considered and that they are fully committed to the ongoing maintenance of their new spaces.

Find out more and donate to our current gardening makeover projects for three of our residential services here:

Donate to the Briars project

Donate to the Ellasdale project 

Donate to the Robins project

Please email [email protected] for further information. 

St Matthews summer house appeal

The team at St Matthews, one of our residential services in East Sussex, is seeking support to restore their summer house to its former glory. The summer house has fallen into disrepair and is currently unusable and the team would be so grateful for your support in repairing it so that it can be enjoyed by all once again. 

Your contribution could make a world of difference to the residents at the service. By repairing the summer house, the people who live at the service would have a year-round communal space in the garden where they can engage in various activities and spend time together in a relaxed environment.

Once restored, in the warmer months, the summer house could provide much-needed shade, while in the cooler months, it could provide warmth and shelter and it could be used for events and parties. It would be an incredible resource for the St Matthews service family. 

By contributing to the restoration of the summer house, you would be bringing much joy to the residents at the service. We would be very grateful for any support you can give. 

Support St Matthews summer house appeal here

Help us house Hank

Hank is the latest pig to join the Aspens family at our animal farm in Pembury! He’s a small mixed-breed pig with a huge personality, a love for life, and an incredibly friendly nature. Despite a tough start, Hank has settled in beautifully and is now sharing a paddock with his new best friend, Potter.

Potter was grieving the loss of his old companion, Tyrone, and the arrival of Hank has brought him much-needed companionship and comfort. 

But Hank still needs a proper place to call home.

We’re raising £786 to purchase a new pig arc, made from recycled, eco-friendly materials, to give Hank a safe, warm, and secure shelter of his own.

Every donation—big or small—will help us give Hank the happy, healthy life he deserves.

Can you help us build Hank his forever home?

Thank you for supporting our animals and the life-changing work we do at Aspens. 

Support a House for Hank here