A Sheffield-based charity hosted its annual Festive Quiz at Marmaduke’s Sorting Office this week to raise money for the organisation and emphasise the importance of community over the Christmas period.

Grow is a youth development charity that works with young people who suffer from poor mental health, social isolation, and, as a result, a lack of job opportunities.

The organisation uses therapeutic practices, paired with nature-based activities, to “inspire hope and unlock potential in young people.”

Head of marketing and events, Lesley Ellerby, 41, said: “We host a number of events throughout the year and they’re great for profile building and awareness raising for Grow.

“Grow is a relatively small charity so it’s important to find ways to communicate with people in Sheffield and beyond.”

Examples of the prizes donated by local businesses included the coveted “prize tree” (pictured above), four tickets to a Sheffield Sharks game, a trip to Wentworth House for two, and pie meals at the Nottinghamshire House pub.

Ms Ellerby said: “We do feel Sheffield as a city is quite big on supporting local initiatives and, being one of those, I think the appetite to support local charities like Grow is there as well.”

Attendees at the event also seemed to enjoy the community feel of the event and the opportunity to celebrate the Christmas period together.

George Foster, 33, a volunteer at Grow and member of the Board of Trustees, said: “Events like this don’t exclude anybody and are a very nice and inclusive place.”

The event on Wednesday was a display of community and an opportunity to support local businesses, paired with the chance for many to enjoy the festive fun.

To find out more about Grow and support their work, click here.