Local organisations supported with Community Grants
Following a rigorous application and review process, 10 local organisations have been awarded grants to deliver impactful projects that support health, wellbeing, inclusion, and community development across Ashfield.
The grants, which are part of Ashfield’s allocation of UK Shared Prosperity Fund, were awarded based on recommendations from the Be Healthy, Be Happy Management Group and endorsed by the Discover Ashfield Funding Subgroup.
Successful organisations and projects are:
- Muddled Minds CIC (£10,000) – Creating a therapeutic indoor/outdoor community allotment hub offering horticultural therapy, environmental education, and intergenerational workshops
- Portland Charity (£10,000) – Supporting disabled residents with tailored mental health and employment services through their Sutton hub
- Thrive Together Consultancy (£10,000) – Delivering neurodivergent support programmes led by healthcare professionals in inclusive settings
- Citizens Advice Central Nottinghamshire (£10,000) – Enhancing outreach for financial resilience through updated promotional materials
- Active Minds Nottingham CIC (£9000) – Providing bespoke physical and mental wellbeing coaching for individuals facing barriers to traditional sports
- Gardens of Giving (£3000) – Supplying gardening tools and compost to schools and community groups, with plans for a community garden in Skegby
- ATTFE – Academy Transformation Trust Further Education (£10,000) – Launching a community-based literacy programme to improve adult learning and employment prospects
- Hucknall Engage Limited (£10,000) – Supporting residents with essential food and hygiene parcels
- Kings Mill Community First Responders (£10,000) – Equipping new responders with life-saving kits and uniforms
- Volunteer It Yourself (£9450) – Renovating the Bentinck Colliery Miners Welfare Social Club while training young people in vocational construction skills.
Cllr Matt Relf, Executive Lead Member for Growth, Regeneration and Local Planning at Ashfield District Council said:
"These grants reflect our commitment to supporting grassroots organisations that make a real difference in Ashfield.
The funded projects will help to build skills and strengthen community ties across the district. There’s a real range of projects that have received this funding and I am excited to see how they progress over time and benefit our residents and District.
Ashfield District Council has been allocated £3.19 million from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) to support local projects from 2022 to 2025. Delivered through the East Midlands Combined County Authority, this funding replaces previous EU programmes and focuses on 3 key priorities: communities and place, supporting local businesses, and people and skills. Ashfield’s share is being used to improve high streets, boost employment, support grassroots organisations, and enhance wellbeing across the district.
