When it comes to helping the homeless and others in need, Signal Flare have been at the grass roots level since 2011. Grant Richards or Grant the Polite Guy, as he is affectionately known by many, many people, was still homeless himself when he organised his first BBQ. He was touched to the core to see four hundred homeless people turn up to receive free food, clothes and toiletries. It inspired him to continue to organise these BBQs on a regular basis.

At these BBQs everyone shares a free BBQ lunch and our guests also receive much-needed basics such as clothes, shoes, toiletries, non-perishable foods and children’s toys for free. These are all donated by the community. At our events we regularly offer free haircuts, job search workshops, and employment opportunities with employers who volunteer at these BBQs. We promote social inclusion and equality.

People from all walks of life come together and find connection and friendship at our BBQs.