On 18th October 2024, FFOTRA attended the opening of the new Abbeyview Community Centre alongside BASICSIM TRA, CleishMackie TRA, The Islands TRA, and Fife Council Tenant Participation officers, who were available to chat with local tenants and residents' associations. The official Open Day of Abbeyview Community Centre saw a fantastic turnout. Attendees enjoyed taster sessions for various after-school activities, ranging from Scouts to floral displays, arts and crafts, and much more.

On Friday 23rd March, FFOTRA partnered up with various agencies to hold a "Cost of Living Crisis Event" at St. Bryce Kirk, Kirkcaldy. At the event there were over a dozen organisations on hand to listen and offer advice to those seeking support. It was also an opportunity to share some food and meet new people. The day was very well attended, and we received extremely positive feedback from attendees and agencies alike.

We would like to thank the St. Bryce ladies who worked tirelessly providing amazing cakes and hot food, and the agencies, colleagues, and attendees for making the event the success it was.

FFOTRA organised a "Cost of Living" drop-in event on Thursday 7th September offering advice and support to Fifers and visitors. 

FFOTRA are aware that for some people, as a result of the cost-of-living crisis, costs have severely impacted their lives, especially with the increasing cost on energy and food prices. For some, choosing to eat may stop them from heating their homes.

The event offered a chance for people to speak face-to-face with experts and support agencies who were on hand to listen and offer advice for those seeking support. 

The event was very well attended. and we received extremely positive feedback from attendees and agencies alike.

This event would not have been possible without the support of our partners and volunteers coming together to offer support, guidance, or just a listening ear. We would also like to thank the Kingsgate Shopping Centre, who offered FFOTRA an empty shop to host the event.