Our donation will help make the local area cleaner and greener
The McCarthy & Stone Foundation and the team behind Botham Place, a new over 60s Retirement Living community offering Shared Ownership in Erdington, Birmingham, made the donation to support the group with essential equipment to help them to transform the local area into a more beautiful place to live.
More than just litter picking
What began as a dedicated litter-picking initiative has blossomed into a much broader community gardening movement, with volunteers transforming neglected spaces across the town into vibrant mini gardens.
The donation will go towards essential equipment for volunteers who adopt streets to keep clean, as well as supplies like spring bulbs that have already begun to brighten Erdington’s streets this season. It will also support the group’s vital social side—funding refreshments for regular post-session gatherings, which play an important role in connecting people, fostering community spirit and thanking volunteers for their time and commitment.
Ruth Dillon, Chair at Erdington Litter Busters, says, “Our Litter Busters group is something we are really passionate about—this donation will give a real boost for our group and will go a long way in helping us continue our mission to make Erdington a cleaner, greener, and more connected community. Every penny helps us support both the environment and the wellbeing of our volunteers. We’re so grateful for this support—it truly makes a difference.”
Councillor Robert Alden was also present for the cheque handover adds, “I’ve seen first-hand the positive impact the group has. Their dedication to keeping our community clean and beautiful is truly inspiring. This funding will help them continue their fantastic work, helping to make Erdington an even better place to live and work.”
About The McCarthy & Stone Foundation
The McCarthy & Stone Foundation supports grassroots, volunteer led charitable causes, including those that promote the health and wellbeing of older people. The donation is just one of several being made as part of McCarthy & Stone’s Happier, Healthier Project which aims to provide financial assistance to community groups.
Botham Place now available to buy off-plan
Botham Place, will offer a mix of one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with private patios or Juliet balconies. Homeowners will benefit from access to stylish communal spaces, including a well-appointed communal lounge and beautifully landscaped gardens. For peace of mind, each property will benefit from a 24/7 emergency call system, while a House Manager will be on-site during office hours to keep everything running smoothly.
Shared Ownership homes in Birmingham
All properties at Botham Place are exclusively available through McCarthy & Stone’s Shared Ownership scheme which provides a helping hand by reducing the upfront cost of a new retirement living property. To guarantee you get the pick of the properties, you can reserve yours off-plan now – why not book a visit today?
Find a community-centred retirement property near you
From independent living retirement property for over 60s, to assisted living at our Retirement Living PLUS apartments, our lovely properties in stunning locations are thoughtfully designed so you can make the most of your retirement whether you’re just over 60 or heading for 100 – and you’ll have a lively community of new neighbours on the doorstep too.
Learn more our retirement homes near you, call our friendly team on 0800 201 4811 or contact us online for more information.
