14th November 2017
From financial year 2018-19 the Community Foundation will operate quarterly deadlines for our main grants programme. The deadlines will be:
30th March 2018
29th June 2018
28th September 2018
28th December 2018
Expressions of Interest are accepted at any time
2nd June 2017
A grant of £3,800 has supported The Therapy Garden in Normandy in offering a therapeutic horticulture course to 12 local stroke survivors. The group took part in a range of gardening activities such as growing, harvesting and maintaining the gardens. They enjoyed activities at their own pace, in a peaceful and supportive environment supported by volunteers and experienced horticulturists.
The Therapy Garden is a horticulture and education charity that uses gardening to generate positive change. The ‘Stroke of Genius’ project offers social and therapeutic horticulture to a group of stroke survivors and their carers. It provides stroke survivors with gentle exercise and physical activity whilst they learn about gardening. Stroke sufferers are prone to becoming isolated while they are recovering. This project offers an opportunity to socialise and connect with new people, whilst being inclusive of carers.
It had previously partnered with the Stroke Association to run a taster course for eight stroke survivors. When the pilot ended, the group expressed a desire to return. The grant enabled the course to run for a further six weeks and to expand the number of attendees. Volunteers enjoyed seeing the group return, building relationships with the group and seeing how they progressed during the course.
A Stroke Association support worker encouraged Nicholas* to attend Therapy Garden. Nicholas has always been a keen gardener and explained “It’s nice to get back into gardening and now I’m encouraged to do more in my own garden.”
Referrals to The Therapy Garden are made by local coordinators of national charities such as the Stroke Association. Alternatively a GP can refer you, or it is possible to self-refer. To find out more about The Therapy Garden, the services they offer and how to get involved, please see their website.
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The Elmbridge Community Fund, launched in January 2015 has awarded its third grant to the Cobham based SAY Youth Club READ MORE
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3rd January 2017
Does your group need funding? If so come along and meet the Grants Manager for Community Foundation for Surrey (CFS) to discuss your funding needs.
Tandridge Voluntary Service Council and CFS are running a FUNDING SURGERY on Wednesday 18 January 2017 12.30pm- 2.30pm at Oxted Community Hub, First Floor above Oxted Library, 14 Gresham Road, Oxted. RH8 0BQ
Did you know…..?
Following a short presentation from Kate Peters, Grants Manager for CFS there will be an opportunity to book a ‘one-to-one’ chat with her to discuss your funding needs.
To book a place compete the attached form and return to info@tvsc.org.uk by Wednesday 11 January.
9th May 2016
In 2014, David Bampfylde suffered a severe stroke which left him paralysed down the whole of his right side and unable to speak clearly. Having been very active and traveled widely in his life, to be wheel chair bound, unable to drive and suddenly very reliant on his wife, Katia, was not where he wanted to be.
After nine months in hospital, considerable effort was made to transform his house to accommodate his needs. This has drawn heavily on their own financial resources even with the help of Social Services with the provision of disability equipment, David became somewhat house bound.
Mike Rushby, a near neighbour of David’s, heard of his plight and suggested to the Horsley Community Fund that they might be able to help. The need was for a specialised swivel car seat which could be retrofitted into their existing car. And so The Horsley Community Fund together with the Rotary Club of Bookham & Horsley combined to make a major contribution towards the new swivel seat. Supplied and fitted by Mountside Mobility of Guildford, it makes it easy for David to transfer from the wheel chair to the car.
So now he is ready to start travelling again, not only to satisfy any medical appointments but also to go to the seaside and beyond!
The Horsleys Community Fund were delighted to support the St Mary’s Church Heart and Soul Ladies Group Mad Hatters Tea READ MORE
On 11th November the Horsleys Community Fund supported the 7th Annual Remembrance Day Veterans Lunch held in the barn of the Barley Mow. READ MORE
The Horsleys Community Fund were delighted to support the St Mary’s Church Heart and Soul Ladies Group Mad Hatters Tea party for older residents in East Horsley Village Hall earlier this year. The event promoted companionship and encouraged new friendships reducing isolation and loneliness.
Find out more about the Horsleys Community Fund and view thier latest e-news bulletin here.
On 11th November the Horsleys Community Fund supported the 7th Annual Remembrance Day Veterans Lunch held in the barn of the Barley Mow. READ MORE
27th April 2016
A grant of £1,000 to 4getMe-Nots has supported isolated individuals, particularly those with mental health problems, to meet on a weekly basis, take part in activities, receive support and access services and community facilities.
Whilst the group aims to reduce isolation, it is also a place where community needs can be expressed with Community Wardens and others working within the local community. Additionally, the group helps participants to practice techniques suggested by organisations such as the NHS which are designed to help people with mental health problems. The group also enables members to learn about practical ideas to improve their caring skills by talking to other carers and benefit from respite care.
The group runs in a notable area of deprivation and many residents suffer from social isolation as a result of their mental health problems. Participants look forward to each session and to the benefits that they receive from well-being courses and the activities provided, impacting positively on their overall health.
The group offers courses throughout the year, which include craft skills and first aid training, as well as informative talks for the group on subjects of interest. This grant has also supported the group to go on some day trips which provide a safe, supported and affordable opportunity for people to visit places they otherwise wouldn’t be able to.
Grants of over £9,000 have supported Crossroads Care Surrey, a local provider of respite breaks for Carers and the people they care for in Surrey. There are over 100,000 people in Surrey who provide unpaid care for loved-ones with a serious health condition or disability. Crossroads helps carers make a life of their own outside of caring.
A £2,500 grant from our Bexington Fund supported Crossroads Care Surrey’s Saturday Outings Club. The club runs fun outings for young people with varying disabilities, including Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Dyslexia, and Epilepsy. The Outings Club gives carers a much needed break knowing their loved ones are in safe hands.
Matthew has some very difficult and challenging behaviour and last year was nearly excluded from Crossroads Care Surrey’s Saturday Outings Club due to his extreme behavioural problems. After much discussion Matthew was invited to join the Outings Club to go bowling and WOW what a trip he had! He interacted with staff like never before, bowled a strike, joined in with the group and during the refreshment break he even shared a drink with other group members. “The change in him was amazing and brought tears to our eyes.”
31st March 2016
On 11th November the Horsleys Community Fund supported the 7th Annual Remembrance Day Veterans Lunch held in the barn of the Barley Mow. The local fund panel were delighted to continue this tradition established by the Lady Noel Byron Trust.
30 people attended including 15 veterans who, with their family and other supporters filled the barn which had been suitably decked out with flags and bunting.
There was a special presentation to Ron Hancock and Ian Stemson from the British Legion and the proceeds of a well supported raffle will be given to the British Legion. A meal and a glass of wine was enjoyed by all and we hope to continue for some years yet.
Find out more about the Horsleys Community Fund and view their latest e-news bulletin here.
A grant of £600 supported Puddleducks Playgroup to purchase new soft play equipment, toys, dressing up clothes and craft supplies READ MORE
In 2014, David Bampfylde suffered a severe stroke which left him paralysed down the whole of his right side and READ MORE
The Horsleys Community Fund were delighted to support the St Mary’s Church Heart and Soul Ladies Group Mad Hatters Tea READ MORE
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