Journeying with people to a place of health and wholeness.
People Really Matter
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People Really Matter 〰️
We are C3 Impact
C3 Impact is the umbrella for all Social Impact and Community outreach from The C3 Church. We deliver a number of projects and programmes to support people in the Church Community and the wider local community. The main aim of Impact is to see people experience health and wholeness through physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs being met.
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
Galatians 6:9-10
BURY ST EDMUNDS
King Edward VI School, Spring Ln, Bury Saint Edmunds IP33 3AU
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Each year we host events at Christmas, Easter & Summer to bring celebration & support to local families & individuals.
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Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.
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We periodically host a 2 course lunch on a Sunday afternoon for people to come and enjoy. Its a pay as you can meal bringing people together from all walks of life. We post on our social media as and when they happen so follow along to find out more.
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Monday's 10am to 11.30am (term time only)
Our Stay and Play sessions are designed for little ones to explore and play, with lots of toys, snack & story time, and with singing & dancing along to nursery rhymes! They are also a great space for mums, dads, grandparents and childminders to come and connect together over coffee and enjoy being part of a local community!
The group is open for all pre-school aged children. The sessions are all free to attend. Pay-as-you-can donations towards hot drinks. We look forward to welcoming you!
CAMBRIDGE
The C3 Centre, 2 Brooks Rd, Cambridge CB1 3HR
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WEDNESDAYS
The Snug, off the upstairs Lounge.
If English is not your first language, do pop in for coffee, chat and potential signposting.
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Fridays
11am - 1pm Coldhams Coffee: Love to read? Do visit us to get free books for adults and children
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FRIDAY
10.30am - 2pm: Financial advice and support once a month:
29 May
26 June
24 July
21 August
18 September
16 October
13 November
11 December
8 January 2027 -
FRIDAYS
Support and advice on safe, accessible use of devices and the internet
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WEDNESDAYS
October to March - Room1
April to September - Marquee
Join us for drawing, crafting and conversation.
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The Community Market is C3 Impact’s community pantry model: a dignified, choice‑based alternative to traditional food aid, designed for individuals and families experiencing financial hardship. Rather than receiving pre‑packed parcels, households shop for the items they actually want and need, just as they would in any grocery store.
Our pricing structure is intentionally simple and accessible:
- Up to 11kg for £4
- Up to 20kg for £8
- Eggs for £1
This weight‑based model gives people autonomy, reduces waste, and ensures fairness across different household sizes and dietary needs.
How We Source Food
The Community Market is sustained through a blend of grant funding, support from The C3 Church, and a strong network of local food donations. Our volunteer team collects donations seven days a week, and we maintain multiple community drop‑off points where individuals can contribute.
Because of this, our shelves often look like any high‑street grocery shop: with cereals, pasta, rice, tinned goods, milk, eggs, fresh produce, and more, though availability naturally varies with donations.
We are continually seeking donations of:
- Tinned food
- Rice and pasta
- Cereal
- Long‑life milk
- Tea and coffee
- Toiletries
- Other non‑perishable items
These staples help us keep the market reliable and well‑stocked for the households who depend on it.
Opening Times
The Community Market is run entirely by a dedicated team of volunteers.
Current opening hours:
- Wednesdays: 11:30–13:30
- Sundays: 14:30–15:30
We are also preparing to launch Friday sessions from 24th July, in order to offer more flexibility and keep up with the growing demand in the community.
Our Heart: Belonging, Dignity, and Wholeness
While food provision is at the core of what we do, the Community Market is ultimately about people, not products. We aim to create a space where individuals feel seen, valued, and welcomed: a place where community is built and dignity is protected.
This aligns with C3 Impact’s wider vision:
To journey with people to a place of health and wholeness- mentally, physically, relationally, emotionally, and spiritually.
The Community Market is one of the key ways we live out that vision in a practical, relational, and deeply human way. -
Relationship breakdown.
An online 6-week course, Divorce recovery is designed to help you recover from the emotional impact of separation and divorce and to rebuild your life.
Sept 2026
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FRIDAYS
10.30am - 1pm occasional Fridays: free eye consultation and test for those on low incomes who qualify. Current upcoming dates: 19 June and 17 July
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Fridays
10.30am to 2pm: Coldhams Coffee: Come and chat to the Team for support and advice about applying for work, completing CV's and a;; things Employment.
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WEDNESDAYS
Room 4 upstairs.
This is a great opportunity to improve your conversational English with others of similar ability.
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FRIDAY
10am to 2.30pm Room 4.
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Healing and restoration.
Discovering treasures in life's scars: Kintsugi Hope is an interactive and biblically inspired Wellbeing course that encourages participants to accept themselves and understand their value and worth.
Topics covered in the 6 week course include: disappointment, loss, anxiety, anger, perfectionism, shame and resilience.
June 2026
https://thec3.churchsuite.com/events/gpcmzx8m
Sept 2026
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WEDNESDAYS
Most weeks we have a Community Pastor around who is happy to spend time with you - signposting as appropriate and available.
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Fridays
Helping people who, because of disability, illness, social exclusion and other challenges, find it difficult to express their views or get the support they need.
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Early Intervention for children in school who can find life and school tough. The aim of the TLG Early Intervention programme is to equip volunteers from churches to go into their local schools and provide one-to-one coaching for children finding it hard to cope. Every volunteer spends an hour each week with their child - sharing fun with them, listening to them and showing them that somebody cares about them. The transformational impact of this consistent trauma-informed approach is immeasurable. TLG Early intervention is a proactive approach that helps prevent adverse outcomes in struggling children and develops resilience and emotional regulation. https://www.tlg.org.uk
CAMBRIDGE WEST
The Coates Theatre, Sheepfold Ln, Cambourne, Cambridge CB23 6FT
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Partnering with Jeavons Wood Primary School & TLG, our team of coaches support children with a listening ear for those children that have been identified who need of a trusted adult to talk to and listen.
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Each year we host events at Christmas, Easter & Summer to bring celebration & support to local families & individuals.
COLCHESTER
The C3 Centre, Ypres Rd, Colchester CO2 7FD
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FRIDAY 11:00am to 1:00pm
Free community creative group offering:
Crafts
Conversation
Tea and coffee
Safe social connection
Creative wellbeing support
“A place where creativity flows, friendship blooms and a place to belong.”
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10:30am to 12:30pm
Fresh food
Frozen/chilled foods
Store cupboard essentials
Toiletries when available
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Practical sessions helping people:
Cook affordable meals
Learn budgeting skills
Reduce food waste
Build confidence in cooking
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Wednesday 11:00am to 12:30pm
Two-course hot meal served for those needing support, community and connection.
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WEDNESDAYS 10:30am to 1:00pm
Free refreshments
Wellbeing conversations
Prayer and pastoral support
Ad-hoc workshops
Creative paint sessions / crafts / Creative Conversations
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15-week faith-based recovery and wellbeing programme supporting individuals in addiction recovery, emotional healing and personal growth.
Join the team and
make a difference!
Get Involved
Craft tables, conversations, advice and support plus monthly workshops. Runs weekly in Cambridge and Colchester.
Emmaus
Support through donations, furniture, household items and practical support links.
PARTNERS
Neighbourly
Connection platform helping facilitate food and community donations.
Trussell Trust
Emergency Foodbank voucher referrals available through the wellbeing hub.
Beat on the Street
Support through donations, furniture, household items and practical support links.
Peabody
Housing and benefit support within the wellbeing hub.
Abbeyfields Community Cycle
“Get Cycling” initiative with bikes and helmets provided for community bike rides, encouraging those who may not have ridden a bike for a while.
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the c3 church
Emergency Foodbank voucher referrals available through the wellbeing hub.
COOP
Emergency Foodbank voucher referrals available through the wellbeing hub.
FareShare
FareShare is the UK's largest charity fighting hunger and food waste. We save good food from going to waste and redistribute it to frontline charities.
FLUENT
Emergency Foodbank voucher referrals available through the wellbeing hub.
TNS
Emergency Foodbank voucher referrals available through the wellbeing hub.
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TEES LAW
Emergency Foodbank voucher referrals available through the wellbeing hub.
