Paulsgrove ARK receives £768 for Community Meals.

Written By Thomas Hoare

Left to Right: Abbie Johnston (General Manager of Denmead Grange), Thomas Hoare (Chairman of Paulsgrove ARK) and Hayley Cook (Paulsgrove ARK Advisor)

Paulsgrove ARK have received an amazing donation from Barchester's Charitable Foundation to host some community food events in the new year!

We couldn't have asked for a better Christmas present and are so grateful for their support. Paulsgrove ARK Chairman, Thomas and one of our advisors, Hayley, visited Denmead Grange Care Home for a tour of their lovely facilities and to talk about all the ways we help our communities.

Read more about it in the Portsmouth News: https://www.portsmouth.co.uk/your-world/waterlooville-care-home-connects-with-paulsgrove-ark-5451408

Thomas Hoare

Thomas Hoare is the Chairman of Paulsgrove ARK and has been since the group was founded on the 21st November 2024.

In September 2026, Thomas began work as the Community Engagment Coordinator for the Pride In Place Programme in Paulsgrove. His role empowers resident's to shape decision making and decide how they invest the £20 million that the UK Government have given the area.

Thomas also serves as the Vice-Chair of Governors at Beacon View Primary Academy, a United Learning School in Paulsgrove. His education background, with a particular focus on the Early Years and Foundation Stage, gives him a strong knowledge of school governance. As of September 2026, Thomas is the Safeguarding Lead Governor for the school.

In his personal life, Thomas lives in Paulsgrove with his family and his 2 cats, Sox and Bertie.

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