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Acorn Enterprises

, , Jersey • 8 Employees
Nonprofit Organization Management

Acorn has been supporting our community and helping Islanders with disabilities since 1991.Acorn is a social enterprise and local charity which provides employment training and support for people with a range of disabilities and enduring health conditions, who might otherwise struggle to find employment in the open labour market.How does it work?Acorn Enterprises is the trading company of Jersey Employment Trust, which is a registered charity. Acorn is home to a unique social enterprise which includes:Acorn Reuse CentreRepairing, upcycling and retailing goods which have been donated via the reuse facility at La Collette.Acorn WoodshackA wood recycling workshop / shop for reclaimed timber, upcycled wooden furniture and quality locally made gifts and home wares.Acorn NurserySupplying a quality range of bedding plants as well as some perennials and shrubs.Acorn CaféFor home-cooked local food, serving breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas (operated as a concession).Investing in peopleAll trading income generated by Acorn is reinvested with the aim of supporting people with a disability or long-term health condition into employment.How you can helpSupporting our work is a great way of giving back to the community. Individuals can help by using our businesses - the Reuse Centre & Shop, Woodshack, Nursery & Café.Businesses can help in a number of ways:Choose us as your nominated charityProvide a gift in kindPledge financial supportHold fundraising events on our behalfRaise awareness of our workPartner with usSupport usAcorn is the most ambitious social enterprise project ever undertaken in Jersey. We need your help to make it succeed. To find out more about how you can support us, call Steve Harvey on 01534 788972 or email s.harvey@jet.co.je.