We could never have achieved any of this without the help of others. Friends, family, local organisations – people who through the kindness of their own hearts have helped us grow and achieve what we never thought possible. The following are just a few of many we would like to thank.
Twice a week, City Centre Ministries’ food vans go out to serve the homeless community of Manchester. Not only have they been instrumental in encouraging people to come to the workshops, but they have provided additional support at the rehearsals and films, creating a safe environment for vulnerable people.
Barnabus are a Christian charity who work with the homeless in Manchester. They provide much needed guidance for all as well as space to organise the workshops.
As a hub for the homeless community, Mustard Tree have encouraged people to attend the workshops and helped find authentic locations for filming. They have given us space for workshops, and their connections have also helped us secure funding for the next two years.
They have offered mentors and advice to the team and been heavily involved in encouraging and fundraising.
As the City's main day centre for vulnerable people in Manchester, Cornerstone has been key to the research, education and locations for the filming of Under the Tracks.
Hope 08 was our original source of inspiration and the theme of bringing hope to our cities is kept burning in the vision of Acting on Impulse.
The production company that has taken Acting on Impulse to the next level and will continue to work with us in our film-based projects.
This Casting agency have supported the project and helped with industry promotions. They are also representing some of the actors with the aim of helping develop their career.
This award winning digital media company designed the website and are supporting the project as we look forward.