Hip Hip Hooray, Henry
The Henry Smith Charity, whose founder was born almost 500 years ago in 1548, gives away some £25 million each year to initiatives and projects that address social inequality and economic disadvantage. We're extremely happy to have benefitted from their generosity.
Crime Fund Challenges Teenagers
The Wiltshire Police Authority have established a fund, raised from the disposal of unwanted property, to help local groups address crime and anti-social behaviour, as well as improve personal and community security. They've given us £3,000!
Small Is Beautiful
We've had several small but important grants in the last few weeks. First, the Domestic Abuse Reduction Group gave us £225 toward an outing and workshop in at-Bristol for children who've been affected by domestic violence;
Cheers to Corsham
We were delighted to receive a £420 cheque this week from Corsham Town Council toward our Buddy Scheme. This means we will be able to offer emotional support to women in the town affected by domestic abuse. The Town Council's generosity follows the endorsement of the Corsham Area Board for our work with young people in the area. It's wonderfully boosting news - thank you, town councillors!
