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Martineau Mondays: Connecting with Nature and Community

Martineau Mondays provide free, weekly outdoor activities such as mindfulness walks, Tai Chi, and green woodworking near Birmingham City Centre. These sessions help locals connect with nature and each other, enhancing mental and physical health.

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Wrens Nest NNR: Community and Wildlife

The Friends of Wrens Nest NNR are a dedicated group of 150 members who have a goal to rejuvenate the Caves Pool area. This will enhance biodiversity, and offer educational pond dipping sessions to benefit not only the wildlife but the local community too. 

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Smestow Valley Wetland Restoration: Enhancing Biodiversity and Community Well-being

The Smestow Valley wetland restoration project aims to boost biodiversity and community well-being by clearing vital habitats for rare species and repairing a bridge, whilst also providing a great experience for Eco Club pupils.

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Erewash Voluntary Action and Lacemaker Court residential Care Centre

Erewash Voluntary Action is on a mission to create a vibrant sensory garden and rockery at Lacemaker Court Residential Care Centre. The sensory garden will provide a tranquil retreat, enhancing the mental health and well-being of residents and  visitors. 

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Transforming Dove Holes Village Hall: A Community Green Oasis

Dove Holes Village Hall wants to transform a underutilised space into a welcoming, eco-friendly, and inclusive area for all ages. By creating a vibrant, green oasis to help promote biodiversity and strengthen community bonds.

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Restoring Erewash Museum’s Victorian Garden

The Erewash Museum is dedicated to restoring its garden to its Victorian-era splendor, once known as Dalby House. This project will create a peaceful community space and establish a gardening club to maintain it to foster community connections. 

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Creating a  New Home for Nanpantan Scout Group

The Nanpantan Scout Group in Loughborough supports 160 children aged 5-18 in developing life skills, with the help of dedicated volunteers. They need assistance to update their community facility to continue to support the local community. 

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Community Wellbeing Allotment for disadvantaged groups

The Community Wellbeing Allotment project aims to create an inclusive space for disadvantaged groups to enjoy nature and improve health. The initiative will addresses social isolation, mental health, and food poverty, fostering community spirit and sustainability.

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Enhancing Coalville Park: A Community Effort

Friends of Coalville Park are dedicated to improving the community space by replacing wildflower beds with a year-round garden, updating play equipment, and adding a sensory garden.

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Lindum Grove Community Garden: A Sanctuary for People and Nature

Founded in 2020, Lindum Grove Community Garden features a greenhouse, compost toilet, and gardening spaces, and hosts volunteer groups and a “Mini Growers” programme for children. Seeking support for accessibility improvements, a water collection system, and beautification efforts, the garden aims to become even more inviting for all.

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Revitalising Green Space at Mellers Primary School

Mellers Primary in Nottingham, a high-demand school for children aged 3–11, has expanded but lost some green areas. The school is seeking funding to restore an unused pond area to support local wildlife, create a peaceful space for reflection, and enhance outdoor learning for both students and the community.

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Building Stronger Communities Through Connection and Support

This initiative aims to bring neighbourhoods together by organising community events, launching a volunteer programme, and creating a platform for resource-sharing. By fostering a sense of belonging and reducing isolation, the project seeks to make every resident feel valued and connected in a supportive environment.

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Transforming Outdoor Spaces at Greenacres Primary School

Located in a disadvantaged area, Greenacres Primary School is working to turn an unused field into a dynamic outdoor learning and community space. Plans include improved access, a forest school, and secure boundaries. The school seeks support from volunteers and donors to make this transformation possible.

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St Thomas & St Anne’s Primary: A Community Garden for Play and Learning

St Thomas & St Anne’s Primary School is developing a community garden to enhance student well-being through play. Featuring a sensory garden and sandpit, the project will benefit both students and the wider community. They’re seeking volunteers and funding to bring this vision to life by spring.

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Building a Community Kitchen Garden & Memorial Orchard

Led by five local women, this project aims to create a healing space for the community. Phase 1 includes building fences, preparing the land, and planting an orchard. Through this garden, they hope to support mental well-being and offer a place for learning, bonding, and nature engagement.

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UP LAB: Creativity, Sustainability, and Community

The UP LAB project in Tamworth merges creativity, sustainability, and community engagement. It features the “Second Chance Haberdashery” for craft supplies, daily affordable workshops, and a welcoming space for all.

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Revitalising Walton High School’s Destiny Garden

Walton High School’s Destiny Garden, a valuable resource for students with special educational needs, is in need of restoration. The garden offers a space for well-being classes and fresh produce for the community. They’re seeking funding and volunteers to repair and enhance this cherished space.

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Supporting Families with “Hug in a Mug” in North Staffs

This project aims to help disadvantaged families by providing a welcoming space with affordable food, social interaction, and free lunches on Wednesdays. Volunteers are needed to help run the cafe and support activities, fostering a friendly atmosphere where everyone feels supported.

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Creating an inclusive outdoor space at Hargard Community Centre

Since 1964, the Hagard Community Centre in Coventry, has been a vital hub offering youth clubs, food banks, a community café, and social activities. They plan to create a new outdoor area by refurbishing sports and play areas. 

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A community allotment for Stivichall Primary School

Stivichall Primary School plans to turn a disused area into a community allotment, uniting pupils, parents, grandparents, and community members. The allotment will enhance learning, provide fresh produce for school meals and local food banks

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Creating a Community Library with Coventry Irish Society

Founded over 31 years ago, the Coventry Irish Society provides vital community support, including welfare advice, healthcare, and cultural activities. They are creating a small community library to offer educational support, preserve culture, and replace lost services.

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Creating a Wellness Garden for Homeless Residents at NFNO

NFNO provides safe housing for homeless individuals, and they’re developing a wellness garden to support residents’ mental health. They’re seeking support to add storage and shelter areas, creating a tranquil outdoor space where residents can find peace and gather strength in difficult times.

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Maintaining Burlish Bike Park for Community Enjoyment

Opened in July 2023, Burlish Bike Park is an active site with over 5,000 riders in its first year. By March, they plan to resurface trails, remove invasive plants, and enhance car park and forest areas. Volunteers are needed to help meet community demand and maintain the park’s sustainability.

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Creating a Therapeutic Space at Blessed Edward Oldcorne Catholic College

This project plans to turn a former caretaker’s bungalow into a safe, supportive space for students with attendance challenges. The outdoor garden will serve as a therapeutic area where students can care for animals and grow vegetables. Funding and volunteer help are needed to transform the garden with raised beds, paved paths, and trimmed hedges.