Neighbours in Poplar came into being in October 1969, when some concerned local people gathered many senior citizens and held a Christmas party in Pope John House. This proved very successful and highlighted a need that needed to be met. Neighbours in Poplar has now evolved into a charity organisation that promotes and develops community cohesion. Neighbours in Poplar now provides a broad range of services and activities for the local community in Tower Hamlets particularly local elderly people who experience living alone and in isolation.
We were incredibly proud when we received the Investors in People Gold Award, as it shows our ongoing commitment to valuing and supporting our team. We are also delighted to share that we have been shortlisted for The Award for Excellence in Building Purpose-Driven Impact and are now in with a chance of winning at the Investors in People Awards 2025!
Thank you all for your commitment to our mission and for exemplifying the values that make Neighbours in Poplar such a special place. Let’s continue to build on this fantastic success together.
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Mandy Molyneux
Charity Manager
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Christmas Party 2025
Join us for a festive celebration at our Christmas Party on Friday 5th December 2025, from 11am to 3pm at St. Matthias Community Centre. Enjoy a joyful afternoon filled with delicious lunch, fun entertainment, and plenty of holiday cheer. Come along, connect with friends, and celebrate the season together!