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Platinum Jubilee Village Halls Fund; a story of success part 1. 

19 Sep, 2023by Julie GibsonBreckland, Case Study, Funding

In May 2022, Defra announced a £3 million Platinum Jubilee Village Halls Fund, to mark Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee. Applications were invited from halls looking to modernise and improve facilities and after completing a successful Stage 1 application, Community Action Norfolk contacted all Norfolk applicants to offer them help and advice to compose their bids before they completed their Stage 2 application. Read below how we helped Wretham Village Hall and how we can help you.

The Social Isolation Team - A Story of Success

10 Jan, 2023by Julie GibsonBreckland, Case Study, North Norfolk

In a world where people live longer and individuals with complex needs from all walks of life become isolated due to circumstances beyond their control, it is more and more important that they have someone to turn to in their hour of need.

CANConnect - Combating social isolation and loneliness in Breckland and North Norfolk

03 Aug, 2021by Steve NunnBreckland, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Press Release, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering

CAN is working in partnership with Future Projects in combating social isolation in the Breckland and North Norfolk districts of the county.  We'd be grateful if those reading this and living or working in Breckland or North Norfolk could share this information - especially to anyone you know who may be interested in volunteering. Thank you.

The Desert Rats Association - finding funding for commemoration

21 May, 2021by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Case Study, Funding, Heritage

The Desert Rats Association is raising money to build a new memorial to the men and women who have served in the division from 1940 to the modern day. To do that they needed funding, and lead fundraiser Beverley Cooper - a campaigner and fundraiser of many years’ experience and standing -turned to CAN for further advice and direction. 

Dereham Men's Shed - the road to becoming a charity

29 Nov, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Case Study, Health and social care, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Sports, play and physical activity, Support for organisations and communities

There are definite benefits to registering as a charity, not least of which is credibility when applying to potential funders. Making your case to the Charity Commission needs to be done in an organised and planned way. 

Mattishall Volunteer Hub – supporting the vulnerable in the community

08 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Case Study, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Health and social care, News Article, Older people, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering

We often feature articles about the inspiring initiatives happening in response to Covid-19. Except they don’t just happen – they’re the result of innovative, often spontaneous efforts by local individuals who see a need in their community.  Mattishall Volunteer Hub (MVH) began life in the very first week of the lockdown in response to the Coronavirus pandemic and is still going strong.

Saving The Swan – community in action at Gressenhall

01 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Heritage, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

The village hall, church and pub are three archetypal hubs of rural communities. Many communities across Norfolk have just one pub remaining, whilst some have lost even that.  A familiar story in recent years is that of saving the village pub, an effort requiring skillful organisation, focused fundraising and commitment from those involved.

Working through the pandemic: Citizens Advice Diss, Thetford and District

19 Sep, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Covid-19 VCSE Story, News Article, South Norfolk

Citizens Advice Diss, Thetford and District has adapted its services during the pandemic to maintain public access to its advice and support. Caroline Mackinson, Project Coordinator, explains, preceded by a brief retrospective of how much the national network is valued.

Breckland announces new empty home strategy

06 Feb, 2020by Steve NunnBreckland, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Equality and diversity, Housing, Knowledge Base, Press Release, Rurality

Breckland Council has announced a new Empty Homes support programme to help bring long-term residential properties back into use.

CAN's innovative social prescribing work recognised at international awards ceremony

19 Jul, 2019by Steve NunnBreckland, Case Study, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Knowledge Base, Mental health, Older people, Press Release, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

Community Action Norfolk was shortlisted for Best Local Project, awarded at the inaugural International Social Prescribing Awards held at the University of Westminster, London on 11th July.

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