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Since 2004… We Cambridgeshire Community Foundation have awarded over £32 million through 10,000+ grants. We have supported thousands of organisations, including charities, community groups, schools and sports clubs. They have made a positive difference to hundreds of thousands of people. We have funded projects in every ward in Cambridgeshire. You can learn more about our impact in a new 20-year impact report and most importantly see some of the work of the incredible charities and community groups that make all the difference, especially for those facing the biggest challenges and disadvantage. Whilst I am proud to reflect on what has been achieved, our new Vital Signs report shows that there is still much, very much more to be done. For a brilliantly successful County like Cambridgeshire we can see that the gap between the wealthier and the more deprived districts has widened in the last decade. In our cities, there are stark inequalities relating to income, education, and health between the most and least deprived wards. In Cambridge, there is a 12 year difference in life expectancy between the most and least deprived people! In a County, world-renowned for education, we are below the national average in indicators of early years development and school engagement. Poor outcomes for children eligible for free school meals reflect the impact of deprivation on education and sadly, later life prospects. If you or your business is interested to help people in your community through philanthropy and placed-based grant-making - please do get in touch. https://lnkd.in/dqipYz45

How do we create spaces where it is easier for people to cooperate? The Y (YMCA) taught me a lot about that. My piece in The Chronicle of Philanthropy https://lnkd.in/gKRMwgT6

Have you ever wondered what makes a community thrive? 🌟 Had the privilege of hearing from Superintendent Dr. Howard Hepburn with Broward County Schools today at Rotary Club of Weston where he amplified firsthand the power of collaboration and community engagement with our scholarships and assistance to the students and schools in our community. Our collective efforts are not just about education or service; they’re about building a stronger, more connected community. Our Rotary initiatives focus on holistic development, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to excel academically and personally. The support from local organizations like ours has been phenomenal, and it’s this unity that drives our success. The Weston Rotary plays a crucial role in this ecosystem. Through various service projects and community events, we’re able to address local needs and foster a spirit of giving back. Whether it’s organizing fundraisers, supporting local businesses, or mentoring young professionals, the impact of our collective efforts is profound. #Interact plays a crucial role for us connecting to the needs of the schools. This is the Rotary High School version! Community updates are essential to keep everyone informed and engaged. Regular communication ensures transparency and allows us to celebrate our achievements together. It also provides a platform to address challenges and brainstorm solutions collaboratively. I believe that the strength of our community lies in our connections. By working together, sharing ideas, and supporting one another, we can create an environment where everyone thrives. Let’s continue to build these connections and make a positive impact. #CommunityEngagement #Education #ServiceAboveSelf #Rotary #janitorial #CommericialCleaning #givingback #redcoats

Find out more about what we do, who with, and where, here: https://lnkd.in/ek6BEtag #charity #essentialsector #regeneration #healthandwellbeing #volunteering #training #employability #cld #employability #earlyyears #thirdsector #nonprofit #voluntarysector

At every turn, we infuse our actions with purpose and compassion, aiming to deeply impact lives and improve our communities. Here’s how we’re making a lasting difference, and how you can be a part of it: 1️⃣ Custom "Gifted" Kits: Imagine moving into a new house and having Welcome, Hygiene, and Cleaning kits ready for you, making it feel like a home from day one. 2️⃣ Community Events: Picture a community where people gather, share, and celebrate together, fostering a sense of unity and joy. 3️⃣ Educational Scholarships: Think about the ambitious students whose dreams we support with scholarships, empowering them to achieve their academic goals and uplift their communities. 4️⃣ Grand Openings: Each new housing project is not just a building; it’s a celebration of progress and new possibilities for families and individuals. 5️⃣ Strategic Partnerships: Our collaborations with other organizations magnify our efforts, extending our reach and deepening our community engagement. Your involvement is key to our success. Join us in supporting and uplifting San Diego’s affordable housing communities. Together, we can create spaces where everyone can thrive. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eN22Dg8q #AllgireFoundation #Community #GivingBack #GetInvolved #PayItForward #Volunteer #SanDiego

Having grown up in a small town, many of the components of "community school" makes sense to me. We may not have called what we had "integrated support services", it was just school. #community #schools #family #safe #education "A full-service community school includes four elements: various integrated support services through nonprofits, businesses and higher-education institutions; active family and community engagement; expanded and enriched learning, which can include after-school, weekends and summers; and collaborative partnerships among parents, students, school administrators and community leaders" https://lnkd.in/gnwt5pQJ

Another fantastic project benefiting from funding raised through the Scottish Children's Lottery! This initiative aims to empower economically vulnerable youth in Scotland over an intensive 18-week period, cultivating confidence, essential skills, and self-belief for their journey toward success. The core of Growing2gether lies in a unique mentoring dynamic, where participants take on the role of mentors for nursery children requiring additional support. In today's challenging socio-economic landscape, initiatives like this are indispensable for nurturing the well-being and development of both high school youth and nursery children. For high school participants, many of whom could be at a heightened risk of being adversely affected by poverty, the program provides a crucial lifeline. It offers a transformative space where they not only acquire practical life skills but also develop an increased sense of self-belief and community connection through their mentoring roles. In an era marked by various societal pressures and economic disparities, such initiatives become vital in equipping these young minds with the resilience and skills necessary to navigate challenges, fostering a sense of purpose and direction for their futures. Simultaneously, for nursery children requiring additional support, the program serves as a beacon of positive influence. The mentorship provided by high school participants goes beyond academic assistance, offering emotional support and role modelling that can be pivotal in their early developmental years. The engagement with older mentors not only aids in academic progress but also contributes to building a nurturing environment, instilling a sense of security and self-assurance in these young children. As they interact with mentors who have faced and overcome challenges themselves, nursery children are exposed to positive role models, expanding their horizons and encouraging aspirations that extend beyond immediate circumstances. In essence, Growing2gether serves as a bridge, addressing the unique needs of both high school youth and nursery children, fostering a symbiotic relationship that propels holistic growth and development for all involved.

At Big Dreams & Bigger Hearts, we firmly believe that education is more than just learning; it's a powerful key that unlocks doors to new opportunities and brighter futures. 🗝 ⠀ Education assistance stands as a cornerstone of our program, providing those experiencing homelessness with the tools, knowledge, and skills needed to pave their way out of uncertainty and into a world brimming with possibilities. 🙌 ⠀ Help unlock potential. Support educational opportunities for those in need. 💜 🌐 https://lnkd.in/ey_ipkDm⠀ ⠀ #bigdreamsbiggerhearts #educationassistance #unlockopportunities #brighterfutures #empower #literacyforall #vocationaltraining #transforminglives #nonprofitimpact #makeadifference #educationalprograms #supportsystem #changemakers #giveback #volunteer #philanthropy #spreadawareness #donatetoday #jointhemovement #togetherwecan #breakthecycleofpoverty #educationispower #opportunity #skillbuilding #learning

Draft for a Statement of Human Obligation* - A Fall workshop on Mise en scène - the 'setting' of what makes a good neighborhood**. *(Inspired by Simone Weil, French philosopher. PBS.org. Other Voices ) ** (Inspired by the West Fullerton Civic Engagement work of Dr. Robert Emry and Owen Holmes of Cal State Fullerton funded by the California Stories project, League of Women Voters entitled Hope & Civic Renewal) Long post warning: The human soul has need of both personal property and collective property. Personal property never consists in the possession of a sum of money, but in the ownership of concrete objects like a house, a field, furniture, tools, which seem to the soul to be an extension of itself and of the body. Justice requires that personal property, in this sense, should be, like liberty, inalienable. Collective property is not defined by a legal title but by the feeling among members of a human milieu that certain objects are like an extension or development of the milieu. This feeling is only possible in certain objective conditions. - Simone Weil, French philosopher. Workshop dates and sign-up links coming soon. Two hour sessions with 10-15 people using Grove graphic facilitations methodology and community building & problem solving. Where you live is situated IN a neighborhood.