Case studies and endorsements
St Andrew’s Club
Funding received: £12,482
For what: To support the photography club, the purchase of fire safety equipment and replacement of sewage pumps and air con units
Outcome: Improved facilities for the club to continue to support young people in Westminster.
Ward budgets are a fantastic resource and straightforward process for local charitable and community projects in Westminster. They have supported St Andrew’s Club… all to help enrich the lives of local young people.” - Annette Fettes, CEO
NEWPIN Family Centre
Funding received: £4,919
For what: To support the running of the Over-50s Club
Outcome: NEWPIN continues to offer the elderly a support network to build a stronger community
Our aim has been to reduce loneliness and isolation by giving a bright airy space for members to come to each week… Our older family members need to feel connected, wanted, and loved… We have been kindly supported by the local ward budget towards the costings. - Carol Smylie, Manager
The Avenues Youth Project
Funding received: £9,625
For what: To help facilitate a five-week football camp post-lockdown.
Outcome: Improved fitness and socialisation skills for young people.
Our 5 week football camp was approved and funded in full. This allowed 119 young people to participate in 50 sessions with our trained youth workers and football coaches with great results. – Paddy Barnes, Fundraising and Sustainability
Christ Church Bentinck School
Funding received: £6,000
For what: To enhance the school’s playground and protect pupils from pollutants.
Outcome: A healthier atmosphere and space for children to enjoy and to appreciate environmental issues.
Thank you for the additional funding to support our playground project. This has made a huge difference… giving our pupils more opportunities to appreciate and value nature within the inner city. - Sandra Tyrrell, Headteacher