Highfield Happy Hens is a social enterprise giving young offenders and young people with behavioural issues a second chance through encouragement and practical training.  Shortlisted for a Faithworks Award in 2005, this chicken farm in Etwall, Derbyshire sells 16,000 eggs a day, whilst at the same time teaching practical farming and literacy skill to vulnerable young people.  For more information about Highfields Happy Hens visit www.highfieldshappyhens.co.uk.

Acts Trust, New Life Lincoln
A passion to connect more with the community of Lincoln has led ACTS Trust to run a support group for parents of children with special needs, a weekly drop in for the homeless, youth work including football leagues, X-Factor style creative arts competitions, a café to support international students, CAP centre and more. All staffed by a mixture of volunteers from New Life, other local churches and community members. They reach hundreds of people each month. Acts was featured in "Faith works in..." to read the article and find out more about the work they do click here. Alternatively click here to visit the Acts Trust website.

Manna House Counselling Service, in Northampton, was also shortlisted for a Faithworks award in 2005. The service offers free counselling to people referred by GPs, local prisons and colleges. The service provides training to counsellors across the country, and work has recently started amongst young people affected by divorce, separation and bereavement. Visit the Manna House website at www.mannahouse.org.uk

ACCEPT run a series of support groups in Hinckley for people with mental health problems. They also provide training for volunteers and raise awareness of mental health issues in schools and local churches. ACCEPT were awarded the Community Innovation Award 2006. Find out more about the trust by visiting www.accept-mht.com