Make something meaningful

QMSU's Mile End Volunteering Officer, Lily, Women in Law Society, and Sober Socials Society have teamed up to run an exciting volunteering initiative called “Art with a Heart”. Through this initiative, you will be able to create thoughtful and comforting craft items for patients at St Joseph’s Hospice in Hackney. 

Upcoming Events 

1. Creative Volunteering Sessions  

Come along and get creative! All materials will be provided—just bring your ideas and enthusiasm.  

Dates: Thursday 24 April (1-4pm) & Tuesday 29 April (1-4pm)

Location: QM Social (to the left of the Bancroft Building in Library Square) 

2. Packing & Delivery Session  

Join us as we package up all the donated creations and personally deliver them to St Joseph’s Hospice. A wonderful way to see the impact of your contributions.  

Date: Friday 2 May  

Time: 2:15–5:00pm

Location: Blomeley Room 1, on the ground floor of the Students’ Union Hub  

Other Ways to Get Involved 

Drop-Off Donations: If you’d prefer to create at home, you can drop off your finished crafts or materials at the donation box:  

 Location:  Mile End Students’ Union Hub Reception  

Drop-off Dates: Tuesday 22nd April – Friday 2nd May at 2pm ahead of our packing and delivery session  

What You Can Make:  

Colouring pages  

Wordsearches and crosswords  

Origami creations  

 Crochet items (e.g. small hearts, flowers, stuffed toys, etc)  

All handmade items will be delivered to the hospice to bring comfort, entertainment, and joy to patients.  

Shop the Wishlist  

Support the project by purchasing useful materials directly through our online Wishlist below:

Make something meaningful. Every stitch, sketch, and fold can bring a smile.

For more information, check out our most recent post on Instagram: @qmsuvolunteering.  

If you had any further questions on this initiative, please reach out to Lily (Mile End Volunteering Officer) atvolunteering-officer@qmsu.org.