About us
Our Story
2015 – Identifying the NeedIn 2015, we recognised the growing need to support young people at our Priesthill Youth Club with job searches and CV preparation. We set up the Greater Pollok Maintenance Scheme and launched a Facebook page, Greater Pollok Vacancies, with the intention of establishing a garden maintenance training scheme for young people.
2017 – Expanding SupportWith support from Sanctuary Housing, we secured funding for a part-time Glasgow Guarantee Engagement Worker. This allowed us to run job clubs in community spaces such as Pollok Civic Realm and Cineworld Silverburn.Surprisingly, most of our attendees were adults, and demand quickly grew. We partnered with Trust Care, Glasgow Clyde College, People Plus, and Working Rite to deliver training courses and practical support. The programme ran successfully and continued to grow.
2018 – Becoming Greater Pollok Services CICAlthough we didn’t launch the garden maintenance scheme, we found other valuable outlets for young people, such as Action for Children’s Youthbuild Programme.In December 2018, we rebranded as Greater Pollok Services CIC and expanded our job club programme, engaging directly with employers to help more people into work—until the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020.
2020 – Responding to Covid-19By 2020, we had built strong relationships with local organisations and residents, as all our members and volunteers were from the community. This positioned us to respond quickly to the Covid-19 crisis.We created the G53 Covid-19 Support Group on Facebook and a WhatsApp network of organisations to ensure neighbours could reach out for help.As restrictions shifted, we adapted to changing needs—helping to restart activities, running outdoor family and children’s clubs, and expanding opportunities for volunteers.
2017 – Expanding SupportWith support from Sanctuary Housing, we secured funding for a part-time Glasgow Guarantee Engagement Worker. This allowed us to run job clubs in community spaces such as Pollok Civic Realm and Cineworld Silverburn.Surprisingly, most of our attendees were adults, and demand quickly grew. We partnered with Trust Care, Glasgow Clyde College, People Plus, and Working Rite to deliver training courses and practical support. The programme ran successfully and continued to grow.
2018 – Becoming Greater Pollok Services CICAlthough we didn’t launch the garden maintenance scheme, we found other valuable outlets for young people, such as Action for Children’s Youthbuild Programme.In December 2018, we rebranded as Greater Pollok Services CIC and expanded our job club programme, engaging directly with employers to help more people into work—until the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020.
2020 – Responding to Covid-19By 2020, we had built strong relationships with local organisations and residents, as all our members and volunteers were from the community. This positioned us to respond quickly to the Covid-19 crisis.We created the G53 Covid-19 Support Group on Facebook and a WhatsApp network of organisations to ensure neighbours could reach out for help.As restrictions shifted, we adapted to changing needs—helping to restart activities, running outdoor family and children’s clubs, and expanding opportunities for volunteers.
2021 – Volunteer ProgrammeWe employed a Volunteer Coordinator to organise activities across Greater Pollok as we wound down our Covid-19 response.Facing the cost-of-living crisis and rising mental health needs, we revived our job clubs and began developing the Glenlora Wild Garden as an outdoor community space. We also responded to community requests to set up more youth and family activities.
2024–2025 – Youth and Family GroupsWe partnered with the Cardwardic WIN Project, the Virtual School, and Glasgow Clyde College Community Hub to deliver sessions for young people (12+) and families. These include sports, cooking, gardening, IT skills, and pathways into training, education, and employment.Thanks to a successful application to the Whole Family Fund, we have been running a thriving family group in Nitshill since March 2025.
2024–2025 – Youth and Family GroupsWe partnered with the Cardwardic WIN Project, the Virtual School, and Glasgow Clyde College Community Hub to deliver sessions for young people (12+) and families. These include sports, cooking, gardening, IT skills, and pathways into training, education, and employment.Thanks to a successful application to the Whole Family Fund, we have been running a thriving family group in Nitshill since March 2025.
Our AimTo open up opportunities for the people of Greater Pollok by supporting access to training, education, and employment. By working closely with local groups and city-wide partners across Glasgow, we are building stronger pathways for our community to grow, learn, and thrive—together.