Welcome to D'Key Civic

Food. Warmth. Real community.

D'Key Civic is a grassroots outreach project supporting families, elders and young people through meals, warm spaces, practical help and genuine care. This is where the vision of the Republic of D'Key becomes everyday, local love-in-action.

No forms to impress. No performance required. Just neighbours, food, dignity and a growing circle of care.

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What is D'Key Civic?

A small, family-rooted project with a big heart – piloting meals, youth activities, warm spaces, and international outreach, one month at a time.

Food & warmth Community meals, food parcels and warm spaces when life is tight.
Youth & family Workshops, days out and safe spaces for children to grow with confidence.
Outreach Support that reaches beyond borders – including schools in Grenada.

The founding Civic team

D'Key Civic is rooted in family, lived experience and a shared desire to serve. This is the first circle – the House McLawrence Civic team.

Carlton of House McLawrence

Founder & Civic Director
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Carlton carries the founding vision of the Republic of D'Key and D'Key Civic – blending sovereignty, compassion and practical community action into one living project.

Maria

Deputy Lead – Youth & Family Programmes
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With a background in education and a natural gift for working with children, Maria helps shape gentle, creative and confidence-building spaces for young people.

Trudy

Community Care & Elders Outreach
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Trudy brings warmth, wisdom and decades of community experience, helping to make sure elders and vulnerable neighbours are seen, remembered and supported.

Kerensa (KK)

Programmes, Events & Decor Lead
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KK is the planning and decor queen – turning ideas into real gatherings, workshops and events that feel welcoming, beautiful and carefully thought through.

Community moments

A glimpse of some of the small but meaningful things already happening – from allotments and sunflowers to crafts, coding, games and giving.

How to connect

Whether you’re needing support, looking to volunteer, or curious about partnership, there’s a simple way to start.

Need support

I could use some help

If you’re facing a tight month, feeling overwhelmed, or worried about someone you care about, you can quietly reach out through our support page.

Volunteer

I’d like to give some time

From washing up and lifting chairs to mentoring, cooking or creative workshops – there’s room for different gifts and different levels of availability.