We formally launched the Freston Road Hub on Friday 17th August, with tea and cake on the terrace and a buzz of friendly visitors throughout the afternoon. Guests met our current licensees and spent a relaxed few hours networking and chatting with likeminded people from a range of different organisations and backgrounds. The hubs already attract an eclectic range of businesses including youth organisations, interior designers, IT companies, a hat designer, health care trainers, NHS partners and accountants. IT consultant Derek White, of Banana IT Solutions, which has space at the Freston Road Hub said: “As a local resident and formerly a member of a local residents’ association, I’ve been involved in the development of this space for the last four years. It’s fantastic to finally see it open and to now be involved as a small business, making use of this amazing facility. I love that I can come and go as I please, and have space to hold meetings, deliver training and grow my business.”
Our programme 2027, aims to bring community power into grantmaking through placing talented people from working-class backgrounds into decision-making roles at trusts and foundations. We’ve had an overwhelmingly positive response to the programme from the grant-giving sector, and as a result we want to re-open our applications to ensure that as many people as possible can access this opportunity to diversify the voices in these organisations and to accelerate their own professional development. The deadline for applications is 5th August. If you would like to enquire please email: craig@charity-works.co.uk
GP appointments outside hours of 8am-6.30pm may be changing. Have your say at this free NHS workshop on Tuesday 21 August 2018, 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Light refreshments provided. You can register on Eventbrite or contact the CCG’s Primary Care Team if you need to make alternative arrangements to make your voice heard. For full details click here.
The only book that covers in one volume management, governance and leadership tailored specifically for the civil society sector. Lead your organisation more effectively, govern it with greater energy and manage it with enhanced efficiency with this fully revised guide for civil society organisations by your side. It covers issues you’re likely to face as you drive your organisation forward. This book was voted Number 2 on The Guardian list of ‘Five must-reads for charity workers‘. Get your free copy here.
The programme of support has been funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, so please make the most of it! Support to run a fundraising campaign Support to develop an online fundraising plan Support to develop a donor care plan post-campaign Access to a trained fundraiser Contact conor@localgiving.org more info
Visiting the same 5 families every week, Doorstep Library volunteers turn up on the doorstep with rucksacks full of stories. They started in H&F in 2010 and now run 6 projects and visit over 300 children weekly. By making reading fun first, they inspire children to experience the joy of stories and books. They empower parents to get involved in their children’s education and, sometimes, we’re there as extra support, whether we’re signposting a local family service, lending an ear, or just being a friendly face. Click here for more info about volunteering with Doorstep