Christian Aid supporters from Ripon Cathedral are hosting two events as part of Christian Aid Week 2026.
Dorothy Gray, one of the organisers, said:
Every year, during this appeal, people across Britain and Ireland have seven days to make a difference and raise funds for Christian Aid Week.
We believe we can tackle global justice together and that in a world of plenty, there shouldn’t be so many people in poverty.
We’re taking part with two events this year. The first is a wine tasting on Saturday, 9 May, from 6.30-9pm.
Wine enthusiast Mike Wherritt will be offering six wines to try with tasting notes and appetisers included in the £12 cost.
Co-organiser Elaine Gisbourne said:
The next weekend, on Friday, 14 May, we have our coffee morning from 10-11.30am.
There will be scones, cakes and other refreshments and everyone is welcome.
Both events take place at Thorpe Prebend House behind the Cathedral in High Saint Agnesgate.
Money raised will help Christian Aid and its partners to support communities to find practical and sustainable ways out of poverty.
This year’s appeal, which runs from 10-16 May, is focusing on work in Nairobi, Kenya, where intense poverty means families have a daily struggle to feed their children.
With secure jobs hard to find, and most people earning less than a dollar a day to cover school costs, rent and water, some days there isn’t enough for a meal.
But with tools, seeds and specialist training from Christian Aid’s partner, Beacon of Hope, families are learning how to make the most of a small space in the city to grow a steady supply of fresh vegetables to cook or sell.
To buy tickets or find out more about the Ripon Cathedral group events, contact Dorothy.gray1152@gmail.com or Elaine.gisbourne@icloud.com
