Community

Community Groups

Cranborne Youth Theatre

CYT was started 5 years ago by local music and drama practitioner, Linda Morse, with a group of 20 youngsters ranging in ages from 11-16yrs. The highly successful group has since grown to approx 50 in numbers and has been split into two groups; a Junior Theatre Club (8-11yrs) and seniors (12-18yrs). At present they rehearse in Cranborne Memorial Hall.

For more information on Cranborne Youth Theatres please contact Nicki Salmond on 01425 657990 email: calie@nesbit.fsnet.co.uk

Friends of North Dorset Countryside Volunteers

The group carries out practical conservation work through out North Dorset. No experience is necessary and all projects are free of charge so that you can work at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere. Most task tools, gloves and tea and coffee refreshments are provided.

Contact: North Dorset Countryside Rangers 01258 472441
Email: sturminster@country-park.fsnet.co.uk

FunQuest of Western Downland

FunQuest is a local initiative for children in the parish of Western Downland. Following the implementation of the Damerham Village Plan it was decided to create a team dedicated to improving childrens play and social activities within the parish.

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Chalke Valley Neighbourhood Police Team

The neighbourhood team for the Chalke Valley is seeking volunteers across the area who are prepared to attend quarterly meetings to identify priorites for the region.
Contact: 0845 408 7000 ext 747 442
peter.jung@wiltshire.pnn.police.uk

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Community Grants

Free course for all Social Enterprises

Social enterprises have defined social aims such as the provision of local services or goods, job creation, or training, they are owned and run by their communities (users or clients etc) and profits are distributed amongst members or used for the benefit of the community. Examples of social enterprises include artists’ co-operatives, village shops and play groups.

Community Kitty

UK Villages Community Kitty provides grants of between £50-£500 to a range of community based projects. In the past, the fund has awarded grants for projects ranging from a knitting circle, to a playgroup needing toys, sports equipment for cubs, and support for several village halls and playing field committees - as well as a number of Heritage projects. The next application deadline is the 10th April 2008.
http://www.communitykitty.co.uk/ukvillages.nsf/b?open&s=kitty

Funding for Individual and Small Groups to Improve their Local Communities

Groups of individuals as well as small community and voluntary groups within the UK that want to improve their communities can apply for funding through the Wakeham Trust. The Trust are particularly interested in supporting neighbourhood projects, community arts projects, projects involving community service by young people, or projects set up by those who are socially excluded.

Google Grants

The Google Grants UK beta programme supports organisations sharing Google’s philosophy of community service to help the world in areas such as science and technology, education, global public health, the environment, youth advocacy, and the arts. Designed for registered charities, Google Grants provides free advertising on Google AdWords, to charities seeking to inform and engage their constituents online.

Grants Now Available For Local Food Schemes

Local Food, a new and exciting grants programme funded by the Big Lottery Fund, will be open for applications from 17 March 2008.

One Planet Living Awards

B&Q is pleased to announce that the all-new ‘One Planet Living’ (OPL) Awards for 2008 are now open for applications! The B&Q awards will help regenerate local areas and will support environment/energy saving, natural habitats/wildlife and local culture/heritage projects.

The Bill Butlin Charity Trust

The aim of this trust is to support education/training; medical/health/sickness; disability; relief of poverty; accommodation/housing; religious activities; arts/culture; sport/recreation; environment/conservation/heritage.

Grants of between £500 to £20,000 (mostly in the region of £5,000) are available to registered charities. Trustees usually meet twice a year.

For further information, call 020 7451 9000

Woodland Trust Community Tree Planting Grant

The Woodland Trust is offering grants for community tree planting initiatives. Community groups, associations and not for profit organisations such as community action groups, local residents groups, environmental action group, scouts, brownies, etc. can apply for grants of £100 for tree planting projects organised by the local community.

WWF One Planet Living Campaign

The One Planet Living Campaign is about inspiring individuals, businesses and government to do their bit to reduce our environmental impact. Find out how you can do your bit and contribute to our campaign.

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Environmental Issues and Grants

Breathing Spaces

Announced on Autumnwatch on 12th November, 2007 grants to the tune of £1 000 - £10 000 are available across the UK to help create more Breathing Places and enhance community involvement in existing ones.

The funding is for specific projects or activities, which might include creating a community wildlife garden, obtaining professional support to advise on wildlife management or training volunteers.

The Breathing Places grants programme hopes to encourage new applicants but even if you received funding in a previous phase you may apply again if you're planning a new project that involves a distinct new group of people.

NB the closing date for applications is Friday 18th January.

For more information see the Breathing Places website:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/breathingplaces/create/funding.shtml

Every Action Counts

Every Actions Counts provides advice and support to voluntary and community
organisations which are looking to reduce their impact on the environment, tackle climate change and improve their local area.

Green Prints Funding and Support

GreenPrints provides funding and practical support making it easier for people aged between 16-25 to start making a difference to their local environment.

One Planet Living Awards

B&Q is pleased to announce that the all-new ‘One Planet Living’ (OPL) Awards for 2008 are now open for applications! The B&Q awards will help regenerate local areas and will support environment/energy saving, natural habitats/wildlife and local culture/heritage projects.

The Big Green Challenge

Nesta is challenging you to reduce CO2 emissions in your community - which can be local, regional or more widely dispersed - by 60 per cent. Ten finalists will have a year to show that they can turn their ideas into action. The winner will be announced in late 2009.

Closing date: 29 February 2008 to enter the first stage of applications

What sort of Impact on the Environment does your nearest city have?

A key WWF-commissioned report ranked the 60 cities in the UK by the average ecological footprint of their residents. Salisbury was ranked third with each resident needing an average of 2.79 planets to sustain their lifestyle. Winchester came out bottom needing an average of 3.62 planets (if everyone lived as we do in the UK, we would need an average of three planets to support us).

Woodland Trust Community Tree Planting Grant

The Woodland Trust is offering grants for community tree planting initiatives. Community groups, associations and not for profit organisations such as community action groups, local residents groups, environmental action group, scouts, brownies, etc. can apply for grants of £100 for tree planting projects organised by the local community.

WWF One Planet Living Campaign

The One Planet Living Campaign is about inspiring individuals, businesses and government to do their bit to reduce our environmental impact. Find out how you can do your bit and contribute to our campaign.