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 […]
Festive Fun as Hundreds of Santas Take to the Racecourse for Charity Run
The Northampton Rotary Santa Fun Run 2025 took place on Sunday 7th December, and what a spectacular day it was! Organised by the four Northampton Rotary Clubs, the Racecourse was awash with festive cheer as hundreds of Santas ran, jogged, and walked to raise vital funds for local charities, including TMDF. Simply put, we’ve never seen so […]
A Wonderful Tribute: Community Raises £4,227.50 for TMDF in Memory of Tom Donnelly
Our community has once again shown its incredible generosity, raising an amazing £4,227.50 for TMDF in memory of Tom Donnelly, a much-loved regular at The Pioneer Pub, and a great friend and supporter of our charity. The total was raised during a Virtual Race Night organised by AFC Spinney’s main and reserve teams and hosted […]
Festive Fun and Community Spirit Shine at TMDF Christmas Party 2025
Our annual Christmas Party took place on Wednesday 26th November at Kingsley Park Working Men’s Club, and it was an afternoon full of laughter, music, and festive cheer! Guests were welcomed with a warm atmosphere and treated to a delicious three-course meal, expertly prepared by our very own TMDF team. Following the meal, everyone received […]
Our Founder Teresa McCarthy-Dixon Receives MBE!
We are thrilled to share that our founder, Teresa McCarthy-Dixon, has been officially presented with an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for her outstanding contribution to the Northamptonshire community. The presentation was made by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire, James Saunders Watson, at a special ceremony on Thursday 16th October at […]
Community Spirit Shines at Our October Half Term Distribution Day
It was all hands on deck at our Food & Essentials Hub in Moulton Park on Thursday 16th October 2025, as we came together for one of our biggest events of the season, our October Half Term Distribution Day. Working alongside our amazing Partner Schools, we spent the morning preparing and delivering vital food and […]
Find Fun, Friendship, and Community at Our Weekly Social Clubs!
Looking for a friendly space to meet new people, have fun, and enjoy a cuppa? Our weekly clubs are the perfect way to get out, connect, and unwind! Monday Club – Music, Dance & LaughterOn Mondays from 12–4pm at The Swan and Helmet Pub in Northampton, members enjoy a welcoming space to come together and […]
Make This Harvest Season Count – Support Your Community
As Harvest season approaches, The McCarthy-Dixon Foundation is reaching out to schools, businesses, churches, and clubs across Northamptonshire to help support local families and individuals in need. In schools, Harvest is a special time when children learn about giving and sharing. Many schools hold assemblies where pupils celebrate the season, often singing traditional songs and […]
Continuing the Journey: Supporting Schools Across Northamptonshire
As the school gates reopen across Northamptonshire, we’re delighted to be launching another year of our Schools Partnership Programme, a cornerstone of TMDF’s work that now supports over 90 Primary, Secondary, and Alternative Provision schools. By working hand-in-hand with school staff who know their communities best, we ensure families experiencing hardship receive the right help […]
