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National Lottery Community Fund

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Garfield Weston Foundation & Arnold Clark Community Fund

Fri, 13 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000

The grant funding of £10,000 from the Garfield Weston Foundation and £1,000 from the Arnold Clark Community Fund will greatly reduce the financial strains we face as a charity and allow us to concentrate on our services, whilst researching new initiatives and projects that will improve the well being and quality of life in our community throughout the upcoming year.

We are immensely thankful for their continued support and very generous contributions.

Don’t miss out on the fun!

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

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The Learning Disability Big Plan with BCP Council

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Have Your Say on The Learning Disability Big Plan with BCP Council

The Learning Disability Big Plan is a draft plan about life in BCP for people with learning disabilities and their families — and local people are being asked to share their views.

Anyone in BCP can take part.

The survey is open until 29 March 2026.

Easy Read versions of the plan and survey are available.

Paper copies can be found in libraries, day opportunities services and Boscombe, Christchurch or Parkstone Connect services.

Find out more and take the survey here

Please share so more people across BCP can have their say.

Breakfast Hub Funding Announcement

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

We’re delighted to announce that our Breakfast Hub and Community Support Drop-in will continue for another year thanks to the generous support and funding of £6901.47 from Christchurch Magdalen Trust

Christchurch Magdalen Trust is a long‑standing local charity based in Christchurch, Dorset, dedicated to supporting local people in financial hardship, ill health or other severe need.

The Trust has been part of the community for many years and exists to help residents when no other support is available, aiming to make a genuine, positive difference in people’s lives.

For more information about Christchurch Magdalen Trust and the work they do in Christchurch:

📱 07821 098686

📧 clerk@cmtrust.org.uk

🌐https://cmtrust.org.uk/

Lunch Club Funding Announcement

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

We’re delighted to announce that our Community Lunch Club will continue for another year thanks to the generous support and funding of £5,000 from Dorset Community Foundation and the Neighbourhood Fund

Dorset Community Foundation is an independent charity founded in 2000 with one simple aspiration – to make a difference in the lives of others through thoughtful, effective philanthropy.

For more information about Dorset Community Foundation and the work they do:

📱 01202 670815

📧 admin@dorsetcf.org

🌐https://www.dorsetcommunityfoundation.org/

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New: Strength Training with Rosie

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Futureproof Training with Rosie 💪 🏋️‍♀️

Fun strength training class designed specifically with a focus on improving bone density, balance, and long-term physical independence.

Through guided strength training, participants will:

💪 Build and maintain muscle strength

🦴 Boost bone health and density

⚖️ Improve balance and stability

😊 Increase confidence in everyday movement

For more information:

📱 07948 275095

📧 Rosie.hodgkinson@hotmail.com

Core Funding Announcement

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

We’re delighted to announce that Somerford ARC will continue supporting the community thanks to the generous support and funding of £20,000 from The Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Charitable Foundation.

The Alice Ellen Cooper Dean Charitable Foundation is a Dorset-based Charity established in 1977 to support the advancement of education and religion and the relief of poverty, distress and sickness.

Core Funding Announcement

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

We’re delighted to announce that Somerford ARC will continue supporting the community thanks to the generous support and funding of £5,000 from The Albert Hunt Trust

The Albert Hunt Trust is a grant giving charitable trust that supports local charities throughout the United Kingdom.

Founded in 1979 in memory of Albert Hunt, the Trust was established by Mary Kathleen Coyle and Florence I. Reakes, who later left much of their estates to create a lasting endowment.

This generous legacy enables the Trust to continue providing significant funding to charitable causes nationwide.

For more information about The Albert Hunt Trust and the work they do in Christchurch:

📱 0330 113 7280

📧 info@AlbertHuntTrust.org.uk

🌐https://www.alberthunttrust.org.uk/