By the end of 2025 we reached an amazing total of £200,000 was made up of donations and community work. In January 2026 we renamed our community Dreampot account to Hanley and the Baird Dreampot and we made it an official CIC. Our purpose remains the same.
Loneliness and disconnection are growing across our communities. Especially for older people and those living with cognitive decline, who are too often left without meaningful moments of joy or recognition.
At the same time, many children and adults have limited access to music and creativity, even though these experiences build confidence, belonging, and emotional wellbeing.
Dreampot exists to close that gap, bringing people together through inclusive musical and creative experiences that help them feel seen, valued and connected at every stage of life.
Kirsty Baird our Director has provided school guitar lessons in low income areas and also our Remember When sessions in care homes. Music should not just be for those who can afford it. It is what heals and holds people together which is why we have given away 100s of free tickets to shows and events over the last 15 years.
Community Showcase
Here are some of the recent things that Sing in the City have been doing within the community and for charity.
Walking Football Session
What does walking football have to do with singing? Quite a lot, actually. Both bring people together, reduce loneliness, improve mental wellbeing, build confidence and create a real sense of belonging. You don’t need to be an expert to take part, just willing to give it a go. Whether you’re singing your heart out or…
£1500 raised by Sing in the City members during our World Cup Party week
Of course we supported Scotland at the World Cup but more than that, we had a fundraiser and all the money going to our newly rebranded and named CIC sister company Hanley and the Baird Dreampot. We baked cakes, had a cuppa and played football games all week and yes we selected heat wave week…
Hanley and the Baird Dreampot free art, dance and singing lessons
Hanley and the Baird were delighted to deliver the first of the fantastic DreamPot Sessions, delivering a series of engaging workshops in singing, dance, and creative expression. The sessions brought together people of all ages and abilities, providing a welcoming space where participants could explore their creativity, build confidence, and develop new skills through the…
Kirsty Baird visits EATS Rosyth for a Remember When singalong
In March 2026 we had a return visit to EATS Rosyth. Kirsty Baird took a guitar and a microphone and half a dozen Sing in the City volunteers for a Remember When Singalong. Singing songs from the 50s and 60s and encouraging others to sing along with her while they all chatted and shared stories…
