To tackle poverty and inequality by responding to local priorities, circumstances and needs in a sustainable way by helping the people of Restalrig, Lochend and Craigentinny to help themselves.

Working with local people to create and deliver local services that are accessible and fit for purpose
Providing opportunities for local people to eat more healthily, and reduce their food insecurity
Helping local people to make positive choices around their mental health and reduce social isolation
Encouraging local people to get involved in their community
Supporting local people to stay active and physically well
Including local people so that they feel valued, connected and influential

respecting the individual and valuing the right of people to make their own choices
by valuing equality of both opportunity and outcome
by increasing the ability of individuals and groups to influence issues that affect them and their communities through individual and/or collective action.
by maximising collaborative working relationships in partnerships between the many agencies which contribute to Community Learning and Development, including collaborative work with participants and communities.

The Ripple is a Company Limited by Guarantee Registered in Scotland (214364) and a Scottish Charity (SC024973).

Our Purpose