Smile Vaults
Empowering Communities with Essential Equipment
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What Are Smile Vaults?
Are you planning an event but feeling overwhelmed by the logistics of finding the necessary equipment? Look no further than Smile Vaults! These community treasure troves are brimming with useful gear that charities and local groups can borrow, and the best part - It’s completely free!
Smile Vaults are more than just storage spaces; they’re hubs of community support. Managed by the HEY Smile Foundation in collaboration with partner organizations, the four vaults serve Hull and the East Riding. Two of them, the Bridlington Borrow Box and the Driffield Share Station, cater specifically to our local needs although equipment can be borrowed from any of the Vaults.
Bridlington Borrow Box
The Bridlington Borrow Box, overseen by Bridlington CYP, is a beacon of resourcefulness. Located at brid.smilevaults.org, it houses an impressive array of equipment. Whether you’re hosting a charity fundraiser, community gathering, or educational workshop, the Borrow Box has you covered. From PA systems to giant games, tables to gazebos, and even those often-overlooked essentials like litter pickers and Hi-Viz vests, it’s all there for the borrowing.
Driffield Share Station
Meanwhile, the Driffield Share Station, nestled at Driffield Showground and managed by the Driffield Agricultural Society, is another gem. Need presentation equipment for a local seminar? Or perhaps you’re organizing an outdoor event and require a hot water urn, tables, chairs, extension cables and maybe a tombola? Look no further than the Share Station. It’s a lifeline for community groups, ensuring they can fulfil their missions without breaking the bank.
Empowering Charities and Community Groups
By providing a free borrowing services, the Vaults level the playing field allowing even the smallest community organizations and charities to make a significant impact. Whether it’s setting up a temporary shelter with borrowed tents or amplifying their message through borrowed sound systems, the Vaults empower local initiatives.
When planning an event, remember Smile Vaults. Visit brid.smilevaults.org or driffield.smilevaults.org to explore the possibilities and unlock the tools you need to create memorable community experiences.
Using the Vaults
Search
Search one of the local Vaults websites to find items to help you with your event
Register
Apply to borrow items from a Vault. If you meet the criteria you’ll be allowed to book items out
Collect
Collect the items from your chosen Vault, on the pre-selected collection days
Use
Use Vault equipment to help your event live up to your expectations
Return
Simply return the items to the Vault you collected from at the agreed time slot
Driffield Share Station
Driffield Showground,
Driffield Road,
Kelleythorpe,
Driffield,
YO25 9FB
Opening hours:
Monday and Friday | 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Telephone: 01377 257494
Bridlington Borrow Box
Bridlington CYP,
Gypsey Road,
Bridlington,
YO16 4AY
Opening hours:
Monday and Thursday | 10am - 2pm
Telephone: 01262 609788
Email: borrowbox@bridlingtoncyp.org