A Story of Recovery, Purpose & Community

Founder of Curry on the Street

Six years ago, I was fighting the biggest battle of my life — addiction.
Today, I stand as a recovering alcoholic of over six years, and the founder of something that was born out of pain… but built on love.
Curry on the Street didn’t start as a project.
It started as redemption.
When I got sober, I knew I had to turn my past into purpose. I knew what it felt like to be broken. To feel lost. To feel like the world had moved on without you.
So I made a promise — if I stayed sober, I would spend my life helping those who felt forgotten.
And that’s exactly what happened.
The Early Days

In the beginning, it was just hot food…
A few trays.
A handful of volunteers.
A heart full of determination.
But what we were really serving wasn’t just curry.
It was dignity.
It was hope.
It was conversation.
It was human connection.

The Diverse Centre – Nelson

At The Diverse Centre, we now operate six days a week.
It’s more than a building.
It’s a safe place.
• The whole community is welcome
• The homeless eat free
• Children eat free all year round
• No judgement
• No questions
• Just warmth and kindness
You can walk in feeling broken… and leave feeling seen.

Colne St John’s Church

Our journey has also been supported through St John’s Church.
Faith spaces like this have opened their doors so we can open our hearts.
Because this mission isn’t about religion — it’s about compassion.
Beating Addiction & Giving Back
Every time I serve a meal…
Every time I speak to someone battling addiction…
I see the man I used to be.
And I tell them this:
“If I can get sober… you can too.”
Recovery gave me my life back.
Service gave me my purpose.
Over the years we’ve helped:
• Families struggling to put food on the table
• Children who needed warmth and stability
• People sleeping rough
• Individuals fighting addiction
• People who simply needed someone to listen
This isn’t charity.
This is community.
Five Years Later…
Five years of early mornings.
Five years of late nights.
Five years of setbacks, breakthroughs, tears and miracles.
From addiction…
To outreach.
From rock bottom…
To rebuilding lives.
Curry on the Street isn’t just feeding people.
It’s proof that recovery works.
It’s proof that people can change.
It’s proof that pain can become power.
And this is only the beginning.

Please can anyone help with newborn clothes for girl and boy. And also a pram suitable for newborn , moses basket and anything else newborn related.
We have been approached from the hospital for a lady ....Any help is appreciated!

Hi guys were after some help we bought 2 white boards and need them screwing to the walls it probably a 20 minute job to the right person thankyou so much in advance xx
CURRYONTHESTREET@
58 RAILWAY STREET.
NELSON BB9 9AH

💛 A Huge Thank You from Curry on the Street 💛
We at Curry on the Street would like to say a heartfelt thank you to a very kind local businessman who donated financially to help those who needed it most.
Because of his generosity:
A homeless man has been helped off the streets, is now clean from drugs, and is looking towards training and a brighter future.
A terminally ill lady and her son were supported during an incredibly difficult time.
Seven other families were able to enjoy the best Christmas possible.
This donation didn’t just provide help — it gave hope, dignity, and a future.
We are truly grateful for your kindness and belief in what we do.
From all of us at Curry on the Street — thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💛