In 2014 with the backing of over 200 local residents we successfully tendered to take over a local Branch Library building on a 25 year lease at nil rent from Sunderland City Council. A year later we secured a 5-year BIG Lottery, Reaching Communities award of £428k to extend community services from our new building, Carnegie Community Corner.
Local aspirations for the centre were to reduce social isolation, support those impacted by unemployment and welfare reform and create a happy, vibrant space and place for the community to access. Since opening Carnegie Community Corner has supported thousands of individuals and is an anchor for the people of Hendon. Our team of volunteers and staff are deeply committed to the area and passionate about making Hendon A Stronger Community.