Congratulations to Councillor Mike Hallam, Our New Mayor of Northampton!
We are delighted to congratulate Councillor Mike Hallam, who has officially become the 786th Mayor of Northampton. Mike was formally appointed at the Mayor Making Ceremony, which took place on Monday 18 May at the Guildhall in Northampton. Teresa McCarthy-Dixon MBE, our Founder and Operations Manager, and Steve Summers, Chair of our Board of Trustees, were delighted […]
TMDF’s Mobile Community Shop Officially Launches
We were delighted to officially launch our Mobile Community Shop at Northampton Market Square on Friday 15 May 2026, following a brilliant first few weeks out in the community. A huge thank you to Councillor Charlie Hastie, Housing and Communities Cabinet Member at West Northamptonshire Council, and Councillor Mike Hallam, our new Mayor of Northampton, for joining us and cutting the […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day with the Brampton View Community
On Tuesday 10th March 2026, our founder, Teresa McCarthy-Dixon MBE, had the pleasure of visiting Brampton View Care Home to mark International Women’s Day, spending a lovely afternoon with residents and staff in what was a warm, welcoming and uplifting visit. During the afternoon, Teresa spent time chatting with residents, listening to their stories, sharing the journey behind The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation, and showing […]
Our Thanks to Rotary Club of Northampton Becket for Their Generous Support
On Thursday 26th February 2026, our founder, Teresa McCarthy-Dixon, had the pleasure of visiting the Rotary Club of Northampton Becket, where she was invited to speak about The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation and the work we continue to carry out across the community. During the visit, Graham Goss, on behalf of the Club’s President, Lynn Kitchen, kindly […]
Supporting Our Community This Easter!
On Thursday 26th March 2026, we were proud to deliver our Easter Distribution from our Food & Essentials Hub, supporting local families through our network of school partners ahead of the Easter holidays. Working closely with over 90 schools across Northamptonshire, we ensure that support reaches families who need it most, providing not just essential […]
We Braved the Flames! Our 2026 Fire Walk Raises Over £6,000
On Sunday, 1st March 2026, the McCarthy-Dixon Foundation team and 29 of our bravest supporters gathered at Kingsthorpe Golf Club for an evening we won’t soon forget. The challenge was simple but daunting: to walk barefoot across hot coals, all in the name of raising vital funds for our local community. We’re thrilled to announce that, thanks to the courage of our […]
Half-Term Distribution Day at our Food & Essentials Hub
On Thursday 12th February 2026, our Food & Essentials Hub in Moulton Park was buzzing with activity for our large-scale half term distribution day. From the moment doors opened, it was all hands on deck. Having prepared the parcels ahead of time, the focus on the day was firmly on distribution to families across our community. Our valued school partners played a […]
Connecting Through Storytelling: A Night Celebrating Intergenerational Stories
Last night, Thursday 22nd January 2026, TMDF’s inspirational Intergenerational Stories Exhibition lit up Northampton International Academy with personal histories, photographs, and a vibrant sense of connection. The event marked the culmination of months of collaboration between older clients and students from Northampton International Academy, part of East Midlands Academy Trust, and Northampton School for Boys who worked together to document and celebrate […]
TMDF Delivers Large-Scale Christmas Support Across the Community
On Wednesday, 17th December 2025, our team gathered for one of the most significant distribution events of the year. Our mission was to provide essential items and seasonal treats to local families, ensuring the festive period was a little brighter for everyone involved. Working alongside our brilliant School Partners, we focused on reaching families facing crisis […]
Permanent Community Hub Confirmed for 2026, TMDF to Relocate to Historic Castle Hill URC
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news, The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation (TMDF) is moving to the former Castle Hill United Reformed Church in the Spring Boroughs later this year! This will be our permanent home, giving us a welcoming, flexible space to expand the community services that so many people rely on. Since starting as a small emergency food […]
